Monroe, GA frost dates
Last spring frostApr 3median date
First fall frostNov 7median date
Growing season218 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Monroe compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Monroe falls between March 18 and April 17, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 27 and November 26.
- The median last frost is 13 days later than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 218-day growing season is longer than 18% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 5 days later 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 59 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Athens, GA, 33 km away, the last frost here is 11 days later than there and the growing season is 14 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 18 |
| 50% (median) | April 3 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 27 |
| 50% (median) | November 7 |
| 90% (late) | November 26 |
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 Monroe, GA
Monroe, GA frost dates — last frost Apr 3, first frost Nov 7, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 10
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 1 to Aug 22
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Mar 6Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 8
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Mar 6Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 17 to Apr 24Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Aug 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 8
Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 28
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Monroe, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Mar 6 – Apr 10 | Sep 12 – Oct 10 |
| Kale | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Broccoli | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cabbage | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Okra | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Apr 24 – May 8 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — |
| Basil | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 27 – Apr 10 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 10 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 10 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 17 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | — | — |
| 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 Winder 4s, GA weather station, 13 km away (elevation 889 ft (271 m)).
ZIP codes in Monroe: 30655 30656
Frost dates near Monroe
- Good Hope Mar 27 · Nov 8
- Bethlehem Apr 3 · Nov 7
- Jersey Mar 22 · Nov 14
- Social Circle Mar 22 · Nov 14
- High Shoals Mar 27 · Nov 8
- Loganville Apr 3 · Nov 7
- Statham Mar 27 · Nov 8
- Bostwick Mar 24 · Nov 12
- Winder Apr 3 · Nov 7
- Bishop Mar 24 · Nov 12
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Monroe, GA?
The median last spring frost in Monroe, GA is April 3. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Monroe, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 27.
How long is the growing season in Monroe, GA?
About 218 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Monroe, GA?
Monroe, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.