Last spring frost
Apr 12
Frost Dates for San Acacia, NM
First fall frost
Oct 27
Growing season
196 days
Hardiness zone
7b
In an average year around San Acacia, NM, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Apr 12 and the first fall frost is about Oct 27, giving roughly a 196-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Mar 29 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) | May 8 | Apr 25 | Apr 11 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 29 | Apr 12 | Mar 29 |
| Hard (28°F) | Apr 17 | Mar 30 | Mar 10 |
| Severe (24°F) | Apr 1 | Mar 12 | Feb 26 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | May 8 | May 4 | May 1 | Apr 28 | Apr 25 | Apr 21 | Apr 19 | Apr 15 | Apr 11 |
| 32°F | Apr 29 | Apr 23 | Apr 19 | Apr 16 | Apr 12 | Apr 9 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 29 |
| 28°F | Apr 17 | Apr 10 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 30 | Mar 26 | Mar 21 | Mar 17 | Mar 10 |
| 24°F | Apr 1 | Mar 25 | Mar 20 | Mar 16 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 |
| 20°F | Mar 15 | Mar 8 | Mar 5 | Mar 2 | Feb 27 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 14 | Feb 7 |
| 16°F | Mar 4 | Feb 26 | Feb 22 | Feb 17 | Feb 11 | Feb 7 | Feb 2 | Jan 27 | Jan 18 |
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 6 | Oct 17 | Oct 28 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Oct 15 | Oct 27 | Nov 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | Oct 24 | Nov 4 | Nov 16 |
| Severe (24°F) | Oct 31 | Nov 13 | Nov 25 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Oct 6 | Oct 10 | Oct 13 | Oct 15 | Oct 17 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 28 |
| 32°F | Oct 15 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Oct 25 | Oct 27 | Oct 29 | Nov 1 | Nov 3 | Nov 6 |
| 28°F | Oct 24 | Oct 27 | Oct 30 | Nov 2 | Nov 4 | Nov 6 | Nov 9 | Nov 12 | Nov 16 |
| 24°F | Oct 31 | Nov 4 | Nov 7 | Nov 11 | Nov 13 | Nov 16 | Nov 18 | Nov 22 | Nov 25 |
| 20°F | Nov 9 | Nov 15 | Nov 18 | Nov 21 | Nov 23 | Nov 25 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 6 |
| 16°F | Nov 20 | Nov 25 | Nov 28 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 7 | Dec 11 | Dec 17 | Dec 23 |
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: Socorro 20 N, Nm, about 5 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 4,847 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 San Acacia, NM?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around San Acacia, NM is about Apr 12. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Mar 29.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around San Acacia, NM typically arrives about Oct 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 Apr 12 on average, or Mar 29 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 196 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