Douglas, GA frost dates
Last spring frostMar 5median date
First fall frostNov 26median date
Growing season266 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Douglas compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Douglas falls between February 8 and March 24, a 44-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 6 and December 23.
- The median last frost is 16 days earlier than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 266-day growing season is longer than 90% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 33 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Valdosta, GA, 82 km away, the last frost here is the same as there and the growing season is 1 day shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 8 |
| 50% (median) | March 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 6 |
| 50% (median) | November 26 |
| 90% (late) | December 23 |
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 Douglas, GA
Douglas, GA frost dates — last frost Mar 5, first frost Nov 26, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 11 to Dec 25Transplant outside: Feb 5 to Feb 19
Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 12 to Feb 26Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 29
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 5 to Feb 19Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 12 to Feb 26Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Sow outdoors: Jan 22 to Feb 12Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 22 to Feb 12Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 22
Sow outdoors: Jan 29 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 15 to Nov 5
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Sep 24
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 9
Plant for fall: Nov 12 to Dec 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Douglas, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Feb 5 – Mar 12 | Oct 1 – Oct 29 |
| Kale | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Broccoli | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Cabbage | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Okra | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — |
| Basil | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 29 – Mar 12 | Oct 15 – Nov 5 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 12 – Dec 17 |
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 Douglas, GA weather station, 3 km away (elevation 233 ft (71 m)).
ZIP codes in Douglas: 31533 31534 31535
Frost dates near Douglas
- Ambrose Mar 5 · Nov 26
- West Green Mar 5 · Nov 26
- Broxton Mar 12 · Nov 17
- Pearson Mar 5 · Nov 26
- Axson Mar 5 · Nov 26
- Nicholls Mar 11 · Nov 20
- Willacoochee Mar 5 · Nov 26
- Wray Mar 2 · Nov 25
- Denton Mar 12 · Nov 17
- Millwood Mar 11 · Nov 17
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Douglas, GA?
The median last spring frost in Douglas, GA is March 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Douglas, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 6.
How long is the growing season in Douglas, GA?
About 266 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Douglas, GA?
Douglas, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.