Last spring frost
Mar 29
Frost Dates for Fluvanna, TX
First fall frost
Nov 10
Growing season
225 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Fluvanna, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 29 and the first fall frost is about Nov 10, giving roughly a 225-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 7 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) | Apr 26 | Apr 8 | Mar 22 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 18 | Mar 29 | Mar 7 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 5 | Mar 13 | Feb 23 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 19 | Feb 28 | Feb 3 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 26 | Apr 21 | Apr 17 | Apr 12 | Apr 8 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 29 | Mar 22 |
| 32°F | Apr 18 | Apr 9 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 14 | Mar 7 |
| 28°F | Apr 5 | Mar 30 | Mar 23 | Mar 18 | Mar 13 | Mar 9 | Mar 5 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 |
| 24°F | Mar 19 | Mar 12 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 21 | Feb 14 | Feb 3 |
| 20°F | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 24 | Feb 18 | Feb 12 | Feb 6 | Jan 31 | Jan 23 | Jan 11 |
| 16°F | Feb 25 | Feb 15 | Feb 8 | Feb 2 | Jan 28 | Jan 19 | Jan 11 | Jan 4 | Dec 24 |
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) | Oct 18 | Nov 1 | Nov 14 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 26 | Nov 10 | Nov 27 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 4 | Nov 19 | Dec 7 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 13 | Dec 1 | Dec 20 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 18 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 14 |
| 32°F | Oct 26 | Nov 1 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 10 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 20 | Nov 27 |
| 28°F | Nov 4 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 19 | Nov 23 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 7 |
| 24°F | Nov 13 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 13 | Dec 20 |
| 20°F | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 10 | Dec 15 | Dec 20 | Dec 27 | Jan 2 | Jan 12 |
| 16°F | Dec 5 | Dec 12 | Dec 18 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 4 | Jan 10 | Jan 18 | 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
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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 Fluvanna, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Fluvanna, TX is about Mar 29. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 7.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Fluvanna, TX typically arrives about Nov 10. 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 Mar 29 on average, or Mar 7 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 225 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