Atlanta, LA frost dates
Last spring frostMar 13median date
First fall frostNov 10median date
Growing season242 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Atlanta compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Atlanta falls between February 23 and April 5, a 41-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 27 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 10 days later than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 242-day growing season is longer than 15% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is 10 days later than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 45 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Bossier City, LA, 120 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there and the growing season is 27 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 23 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 27 |
| 50% (median) | November 10 |
| 90% (late) | December 1 |
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 Atlanta, LA
Atlanta, LA frost dates — last frost Mar 13, first frost Nov 10, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 20
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 17
Plant for fall: Oct 27 to Dec 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Atlanta, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 13 – Mar 20 | Sep 15 – Oct 13 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Okra | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — |
| Basil | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 27 – Dec 1 |
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 Winnfield 3 N, LA weather station, 25 km away (elevation 161 ft (49 m)).
Frost dates near Atlanta
- Montgomery Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Saint Maurice Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Calvin Mar 13 · Nov 10
- Winnfield Mar 13 · Nov 10
- Clarence Mar 5 · Nov 17
- Natchez Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Melrose Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Joyce Mar 13 · Nov 10
- Natchitoches Feb 28 · Dec 1
- Cloutierville Mar 2 · Nov 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Atlanta, LA?
The median last spring frost in Atlanta, LA is March 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Atlanta, LA?
The median first fall frost is November 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 27.
How long is the growing season in Atlanta, LA?
About 242 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Atlanta, LA?
Atlanta, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.