Jakin, GA frost dates
How Jakin compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Jakin falls between February 10 and March 25, a 43-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 6 and December 22.
- The median last frost is 15 days earlier than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 262-day growing season is longer than 87% 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 20 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Dothan, AL, 37 km away, the last frost here is 5 days later than there and the growing season is 6 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 10 |
| 50% (median) | March 6 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 6 |
| 50% (median) | November 23 |
| 90% (late) | December 22 |
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 Jakin, GA
Jakin, GA frost dates — last frost Mar 6, first frost Nov 23, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Jakin, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 12 – Dec 26 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 6 – Mar 13 | Sep 28 – Oct 26 |
| Kale | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Broccoli | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Cabbage | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Okra | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Basil | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 30 – Mar 13 | Oct 12 – Nov 2 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Mar 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 14 – Sep 28 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Sep 14 – Sep 28 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 14 – Sep 28 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 9 – Dec 14 |
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 Donalsonville, GA weather station, 21 km away (elevation 151 ft (46 m)).
Frost dates near Jakin
- Cedar Springs Mar 6 · Nov 23
- Donalsonville Mar 6 · Nov 23
- Blakely Mar 13 · Nov 21
- Iron City Mar 6 · Nov 23
- Colquitt Mar 6 · Nov 23
- Damascus Mar 11 · Nov 13
- Brinson Mar 6 · Nov 23
- Arlington Mar 11 · Nov 13
- Bluffton Mar 13 · Nov 21
- Edison Mar 21 · Nov 13
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Jakin, GA?
The median last spring frost in Jakin, GA is March 6. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Jakin, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 23, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 6.
How long is the growing season in Jakin, GA?
About 262 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Jakin, GA?
Jakin, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.