Last spring frost
Feb 28
Frost Dates for Yancey, TX
First fall frost
Nov 27
Growing season
274 days
Hardiness zone
9a
In an average year around Yancey, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Feb 28 and the first fall frost is about Nov 27, giving roughly a 274-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 3 before setting out tender plants.
Last spring frost
Dates the last frost of spring typically ends. Plant tender crops after the risk has passed for your comfort level.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | Mar 31 | Mar 11 | Feb 22 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 17 | Feb 28 | Feb 3 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 7 | Feb 12 | Jan 16 |
| Severe (24°F) | Feb 26 | Jan 26 | Dec 23 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Mar 31 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 22 |
| 32°F | Mar 17 | Mar 11 | Mar 6 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 25 | Feb 20 | Feb 13 | Feb 3 |
| 28°F | Mar 7 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 12 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 16 |
| 24°F | Feb 26 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 20 | Jan 13 | Jan 3 | Dec 23 |
| 20°F | Feb 10 | Feb 1 | Jan 24 | Jan 19 | Jan 10 | Jan 6 | Jan 1 | Dec 28 | Dec 17 |
| 16°F | Feb 1 | Jan 21 | Jan 12 | Jan 8 | Jan 5 | Jan 2 | Dec 31 | Dec 25 | Dec 19 |
First fall frost
Dates the first frost of fall typically arrives. Count back by a crop's days-to-maturity to know your planting cutoff.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | Nov 1 | Nov 16 | Dec 3 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 27 | Dec 18 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 17 | Dec 9 | Jan 11 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 30 | Dec 31 | Jan 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Nov 1 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 3 |
| 32°F | Nov 8 | Nov 15 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 18 |
| 28°F | Nov 17 | Nov 25 | Nov 30 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Jan 1 | Jan 11 |
| 24°F | Nov 30 | Dec 8 | Dec 14 | Dec 24 | Dec 31 | Jan 4 | Jan 9 | Jan 17 | Jan 31 |
| 20°F | Dec 12 | Dec 22 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 4 | Jan 8 | Jan 16 | Jan 22 | Feb 2 |
| 16°F | Dec 16 | Dec 24 | Dec 30 | Jan 1 | Jan 4 | Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Jan 21 | Feb 1 |
Growing season is measured at 32°F with about 50% probability. Hardiness zone from the 2023 USDA map; frost normals from NOAA 1991-2020.
Where this data comes from
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Hondo, Tx, about 12.8 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 879 ft elevation. The further the station and the greater the elevation difference from your yard, the more your local frost timing can vary.
How we calculate these dates
Frost and freeze dates come from the NOAA 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's 30-year averages for each weather station. A date shown at the 50% level is the median: in half of years the frost falls on or before it. The 10% and 90% columns show the early and late ends of the range, so you can plant on the odds you're comfortable with. These are long-term averages, not a forecast for this year - always check your local outlook before planting.
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 1991–2020 Climate Normals (public domain). Harman is not affiliated with or endorsed by NOAA.
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Yancey, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Yancey, TX is about Feb 28. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 3.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Yancey, TX typically arrives about Nov 27. Count back by a crop's days to maturity to find the latest date you can plant it.
When can I plant tomatoes and other tender crops?
Tender crops like tomatoes, peppers and basil are damaged by frost, so wait until the last spring frost has passed - around Feb 28 on average, or Feb 3 to be safe most years.
How long is the growing season here?
The frost-free growing season (between the last spring and first fall 32°F frost) is about 274 days in a typical year.
Are these dates a forecast for this year?
No. They are 30-year averages from the NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals, not a prediction for the current year. Use them for planning and always check your local weather forecast before planting or protecting crops.
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Data source: NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals · Page updated Aug 4, 2026