Last spring frost
Feb 23
Frost Dates for Auberry, CA
First fall frost
Dec 12
Growing season
294 days
Hardiness zone
9a
In an average year around Auberry, CA, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Feb 23 and the first fall frost is about Dec 12, giving roughly a 294-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Jan 17 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 24 | Apr 2 | Feb 27 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Apr 4 | Feb 23 | Jan 17 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 3 | Jan 21 | Dec 19 |
| Severe (24°F) | Jan 29 | Dec 31 | Dec 13 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Apr 24 | Apr 17 | Apr 11 | Apr 6 | Apr 2 | Mar 28 | Mar 19 | Mar 10 | Feb 27 |
| 32°F | Apr 4 | Mar 22 | Mar 8 | Mar 1 | Feb 23 | Feb 16 | Feb 9 | Jan 31 | Jan 17 |
| 28°F | Mar 3 | Feb 16 | Feb 8 | Jan 31 | Jan 21 | Jan 9 | Jan 2 | Dec 28 | Dec 19 |
| 24°F | Jan 29 | Jan 15 | Jan 5 | Jan 2 | Dec 31 | Dec 28 | Dec 24 | Dec 19 | Dec 13 |
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 10 | Nov 27 | Dec 12 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 25 | Dec 12 | Jan 7 |
| Hard (28°F) | Dec 7 | Dec 27 | Feb 11 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 13 | Dec 29 | Jan 28 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Nov 10 | Nov 17 | Nov 21 | Nov 24 | Nov 27 | Dec 1 | Dec 4 | Dec 7 | Dec 12 |
| 32°F | Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Dec 5 | Dec 8 | Dec 12 | Dec 16 | Dec 21 | Dec 30 | Jan 7 |
| 28°F | Dec 7 | Dec 12 | Dec 18 | Dec 22 | Dec 27 | Jan 1 | Jan 6 | Jan 21 | Feb 11 |
| 24°F | Dec 13 | Dec 18 | Dec 22 | Dec 26 | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 3 | Jan 13 | Jan 28 |
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: Balch Pwr House, Ca, about 13.2 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 1,735 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 Auberry, CA?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Auberry, CA is about Feb 23. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Jan 17.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Auberry, CA typically arrives about Dec 12. 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 23 on average, or Jan 17 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 294 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