Last spring frost
Mar 14
Frost Dates for West Odessa, TX
First fall frost
Nov 14
Growing season
244 days
Hardiness zone
8a
In an average year around West Odessa, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Mar 14 and the first fall frost is about Nov 14, giving roughly a 244-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Feb 23 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 19 | Mar 31 | Mar 9 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 6 | Mar 14 | Feb 23 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 24 | Mar 2 | Feb 7 |
| Severe (24°F) | Mar 12 | Feb 13 | Jan 15 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 19 | Apr 11 | Apr 6 | Apr 3 | Mar 31 | Mar 27 | Mar 21 | Mar 15 | Mar 9 |
| 32°F | Apr 6 | Mar 31 | Mar 24 | Mar 18 | Mar 14 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 1 | Feb 23 |
| 28°F | Mar 24 | Mar 16 | Mar 10 | Mar 6 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 21 | Feb 15 | Feb 7 |
| 24°F | Mar 12 | Mar 2 | Feb 25 | Feb 19 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Feb 1 | Jan 24 | Jan 15 |
| 20°F | Mar 1 | Feb 19 | Feb 9 | Feb 2 | Jan 27 | Jan 19 | Jan 11 | Jan 1 | Dec 16 |
| 16°F | Feb 15 | Feb 3 | Jan 27 | Jan 17 | Jan 10 | Jan 2 | Dec 27 | Dec 17 | Dec 9 |
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 21 | Nov 5 | Nov 20 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 30 | Nov 14 | Dec 2 |
| Hard (28°F) | Nov 8 | Nov 25 | Dec 13 |
| Severe (24°F) | Nov 16 | Dec 6 | Jan 3 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 21 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 5 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 20 |
| 32°F | Oct 30 | Nov 4 | Nov 8 | Nov 11 | Nov 14 | Nov 17 | Nov 22 | Nov 26 | Dec 2 |
| 28°F | Nov 8 | Nov 13 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 25 | Nov 29 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 13 |
| 24°F | Nov 16 | Nov 23 | Nov 28 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 10 | Dec 17 | Dec 25 | Jan 3 |
| 20°F | Nov 29 | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Dec 17 | Dec 23 | Dec 29 | Jan 3 | Jan 13 | Jan 27 |
| 16°F | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Dec 18 | Dec 23 | Dec 30 | Jan 5 | Jan 13 | Jan 25 | Feb 5 |
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: Penwell, Tx, about 5.1 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 2,933 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 West Odessa, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around West Odessa, TX is about Mar 14. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Feb 23.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around West Odessa, TX typically arrives about Nov 14. 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 14 on average, or Feb 23 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 244 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