Como, MS frost dates
Last spring frostMar 20median date
First fall frostNov 4median date
Growing season229 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Como compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Como falls between March 3 and April 5, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 22 and November 23.
- The median last frost is 3 days later than the Mississippi median of Mar 17.
- Its 229-day growing season is longer than 30% of the 435 Mississippi places with a regular frost season (state median 239 days).
- The last frost is 9 days earlier 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 64 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Southaven, MS, 50 km away, the last frost here is 4 days later than there and the growing season is 16 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 3 |
| 50% (median) | March 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 22 |
| 50% (median) | November 4 |
| 90% (late) | November 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 Como, MS
Como, MS frost dates — last frost Mar 20, first frost Nov 4, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Jul 29 to Aug 19
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 14
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 10Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 24
Plant for fall: Oct 21 to Nov 25
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Como, MS
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Feb 20 – Mar 27 | Sep 9 – Oct 7 |
| Kale | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Broccoli | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cabbage | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Okra | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Basil | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | Apr 3 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 6 – Apr 3 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 6 – Mar 27 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 21 – Nov 25 |
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 Senatobia, MS weather station, 14 km away (elevation 240 ft (73 m)).
Frost dates near Como
- Sardis Mar 15 · Nov 15
- Senatobia Mar 20 · Nov 4
- Coldwater Mar 20 · Nov 4
- Independence Apr 3 · Oct 31
- Batesville Mar 28 · Nov 2
- Sarah Mar 20 · Nov 4
- Crenshaw Mar 28 · Nov 2
- Arkabutla Mar 20 · Nov 4
- Waterford Apr 3 · Oct 31
- Courtland Mar 28 · Nov 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Como, MS?
The median last spring frost in Como, MS is March 20. 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 Como, MS?
The median first fall frost is November 4, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 22.
How long is the growing season in Como, MS?
About 229 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Como, MS?
Como, MS is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.