Hampton, AR frost dates
Last spring frostMar 18median date
First fall frostNov 7median date
Growing season234 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Hampton compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Hampton falls between February 28 and April 6, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 24 and November 27.
- The median last frost is 10 days earlier than the Arkansas median of Mar 28.
- Its 234-day growing season is longer than 76% of the 603 Arkansas places with a regular frost season (state median 222 days).
- The last frost is 11 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 60 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 28 |
| 50% (median) | March 18 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 24 |
| 50% (median) | November 7 |
| 90% (late) | November 27 |
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 Hampton, AR
Hampton, AR frost dates — last frost Mar 18, first frost Nov 7, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 21Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 21Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 10
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Jan 21 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22Sow outdoors: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Start indoors: Feb 4 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 8Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Feb 25Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Feb 25Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Start indoors: Feb 18 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 22
Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 28
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Hampton, AR
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 18 – Mar 25 | Sep 12 – Oct 10 |
| Kale | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Broccoli | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cabbage | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Okra | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Basil | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 25 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | Apr 1 – Apr 8 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | — | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | — | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 25 – Mar 25 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 25 – Mar 25 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 25 – Mar 18 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 4 – Apr 1 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 24 – Nov 28 |
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 Calion L&D, AR weather station, 26 km away (elevation 79 ft (24 m)).
Frost dates near Hampton
- Harrell Mar 18 · Nov 7
- Bearden Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Calion Mar 18 · Nov 7
- Banks Mar 20 · Nov 11
- Louann Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Thornton Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Jersey Mar 18 · Nov 7
- Norphlet Mar 18 · Nov 7
- Smackover Mar 24 · Nov 7
- Camden Mar 21 · Nov 6
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Hampton, AR?
The median last spring frost in Hampton, AR is March 18. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Hampton, AR?
The median first fall frost is November 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 24.
How long is the growing season in Hampton, AR?
About 234 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Hampton, AR?
Hampton, AR is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.