Waverly, GA frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 8median date
First fall frostDec 25median date
Growing season320 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 9 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Waverly compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Waverly fall between December 25 and February 8. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 26, or the last frost as late as March 10.
- Compared with Jacksonville, FL, 81 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 9 |
| 50% (median) | February 8 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 26 |
| 50% (median) | December 25 |
| 90% (late) | January 20 |
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 Waverly, GA
Waverly, GA frost dates — last frost Feb 8, first frost Dec 25, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
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Start indoors: Nov 16 to Nov 30Transplant outside: Jan 11 to Jan 25
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 18 to Feb 1Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Nov 27
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 11 to Jan 25Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 6
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 18 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Nov 20
Sow outdoors: Jan 4 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Nov 13 to Dec 4
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 1Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Oct 9 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Oct 30
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 16
Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Oct 30
Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Oct 30
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Nov 20
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Oct 9 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 15
Plant for fall: Dec 11 to Jan 15Plant for fall: Dec 11 to Jan 15
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Waverly, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Jan 11 – Feb 15 | Oct 30 – Nov 27 |
| Kale | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Broccoli | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cabbage | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Okra | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — |
| Basil | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 28 – Jan 18 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 28 – Jan 18 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 15 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 8 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 22 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 15 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 11 – Jan 15 |
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 Brunswick, GA weather station, 15 km away (elevation 13 ft (4 m)).
Frost dates near Waverly
- Woodbine Mar 14 · Nov 25
- Jekyll Island Feb 9 · Dec 26
- Brunswick Feb 8 · Dec 25
- White Oak Mar 14 · Nov 25
- Kings Bay Feb 19 · Dec 14
- Sea Island Feb 9 · Dec 26
- Saint Simons Island Feb 9 · Dec 26
- Kingsland Mar 14 · Nov 25
- Waynesville Mar 25 · Nov 15
- Saint Marys Feb 2 · Jan 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Waverly, GA?
The median last spring frost in Waverly, GA is February 8. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Waverly, GA?
The median first fall frost is December 25, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 26.
How long is the growing season in Waverly, GA?
About 320 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Waverly, GA?
Waverly, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.