Last spring frost
Mar 19
Frost Dates for Gardendale, TX
First fall frost
Nov 11
Growing season
235 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around Gardendale, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 19 and the first fall frost is about Nov 11, giving roughly a 235-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 1 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 23 | Apr 3 | Mar 14 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 8 | Mar 19 | Mar 1 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 27 | Mar 7 | Feb 15 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 14 | Feb 22 | Jan 23 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 23 | Apr 15 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 14 |
| 32°F | Apr 8 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 | Mar 24 | Mar 19 | Mar 15 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 1 |
| 28°F | Mar 27 | Mar 19 | Mar 14 | Mar 11 | Mar 7 | Mar 3 | Feb 28 | Feb 23 | Feb 15 |
| 24°F | Mar 14 | Mar 7 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 22 | Feb 16 | Feb 9 | Jan 31 | Jan 23 |
| 20°F | Mar 1 | Feb 20 | Feb 12 | Feb 5 | Jan 31 | Jan 26 | Jan 18 | Jan 7 | Dec 27 |
| 16°F | Feb 14 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 27 | Jan 19 | Jan 10 | Jan 2 | Dec 24 | Dec 12 |
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 20 | Nov 3 | Nov 15 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 29 | Nov 11 | Nov 26 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 6 | Nov 21 | Dec 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 15 | Dec 3 | Dec 24 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 20 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 | Oct 31 | Nov 3 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 10 | Nov 15 |
| 32°F | Oct 29 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 |
| 28°F | Nov 6 | Nov 11 | Nov 15 | Nov 18 | Nov 21 | Nov 24 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 |
| 24°F | Nov 15 | Nov 21 | Nov 26 | Nov 29 | Dec 3 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 16 | Dec 24 |
| 20°F | Nov 27 | Dec 4 | Dec 9 | Dec 15 | Dec 20 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 9 | Jan 21 |
| 16°F | Dec 5 | Dec 11 | Dec 20 | Dec 25 | Jan 1 | Jan 9 | Jan 16 | Jan 23 | Feb 4 |
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 Gardendale, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Gardendale, TX is about Mar 19. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 1.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Gardendale, TX typically arrives about Nov 11. 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 19 on average, or Mar 1 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 235 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