Marion Junction, AL frost dates
Last spring frostMar 21median date
First fall frostNov 5median date
Growing season229 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Marion Junction compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Marion Junction falls between February 26 and April 12, a 45-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 24 and November 21.
- The median last frost is 2 days earlier than the Alabama median of Mar 23.
- Its 229-day growing season is longer than 41% of the 574 Alabama places with a regular frost season (state median 231 days).
- The last frost is 5 days later than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 55 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Tuscaloosa, AL, 93 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there and the growing season is 8 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 26 |
| 50% (median) | March 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 12 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 24 |
| 50% (median) | November 5 |
| 90% (late) | November 21 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Marion Junction, AL
Marion Junction, AL frost dates — last frost Mar 21, first frost Nov 5, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 24 to Oct 15
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Plant for fall: Oct 22 to Nov 26
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Marion Junction, AL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 21 – Mar 28 | Sep 10 – Oct 8 |
| Kale | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Broccoli | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Cabbage | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Okra | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Basil | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 28 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 22 – Nov 26 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Selma 13 Wnw, AL weather station, 4 km away (elevation 194 ft (59 m)).
Frost dates near Marion Junction
- Orrville Mar 21 · Nov 5
- Safford Mar 21 · Nov 5
- Uniontown Mar 21 · Nov 5
- Selma Mar 8 · Nov 18
- Marion Mar 19 · Nov 9
- Sardis Mar 21 · Nov 7
- Newbern Mar 18 · Nov 12
- Alberta Mar 18 · Nov 11
- Faunsdale Mar 16 · Nov 14
- Minter Mar 21 · Nov 7
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Marion Junction, AL?
The median last spring frost in Marion Junction, AL is March 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 12, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Marion Junction, AL?
The median first fall frost is November 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 24.
How long is the growing season in Marion Junction, AL?
About 229 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Marion Junction, AL?
Marion Junction, AL is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.