Banks, AR frost dates
Last spring frostMar 20median date
First fall frostNov 11median date
Growing season236 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Banks compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Banks falls between March 2 and April 7, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 28 and November 29.
- The median last frost is 8 days earlier than the Arkansas median of Mar 28.
- Its 236-day growing season is longer than 79% of the 603 Arkansas places with a regular frost season (state median 222 days).
- The last frost is 9 days earlier than the zone 8a median of Mar 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 58 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 2 |
| 50% (median) | March 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 28 |
| 50% (median) | November 11 |
| 90% (late) | November 29 |
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 Banks, AR
Banks, AR frost dates — last frost Mar 20, first frost Nov 11, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 14
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 21
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 10Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 24
Plant for fall: Oct 28 to Dec 2
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Banks, AR
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Feb 20 – Mar 27 | Sep 16 – Oct 14 |
| Kale | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Broccoli | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Cabbage | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Okra | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Basil | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | Apr 3 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 6 – Apr 3 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 6 – Mar 27 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 28 – Dec 2 |
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 Warren 2 Wsw, AR weather station, 16 km away (elevation 210 ft (64 m)).
Frost dates near Banks
- Harrell Mar 18 · Nov 7
- Jersey Mar 18 · Nov 7
- Warren Mar 20 · Nov 11
- Hermitage Mar 20 · Nov 11
- New Edinburg Mar 20 · Nov 11
- Hampton Mar 18 · Nov 7
- Wilmar Mar 18 · Nov 12
- Thornton Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Fordyce Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Kingsland Mar 26 · Nov 6
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Banks, AR?
The median last spring frost in Banks, AR is March 20. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Banks, AR?
The median first fall frost is November 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 28.
How long is the growing season in Banks, AR?
About 236 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Banks, AR?
Banks, AR is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.