Hermanville, MS frost dates
How Hermanville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Hermanville falls between February 24 and April 7, a 42-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 29 and December 1.
- The median last frost is the same as the Mississippi median of Mar 17.
- Its 240-day growing season is longer than 50% of the 435 Mississippi places with a regular frost season (state median 239 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 49 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Jackson, MS, 74 km away, the last frost here is 11 days later than there and the growing season is 18 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 24 |
| 50% (median) | March 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 29 |
| 50% (median) | November 12 |
| 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 Hermanville, MS
Hermanville, MS frost dates — last frost Mar 17, first frost Nov 12, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Hermanville, MS
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Feb 17 – Mar 24 | Sep 17 – Oct 15 |
| Kale | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Broccoli | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cabbage | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Okra | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — |
| Basil | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 3 – Feb 24 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 3 – Feb 24 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 24 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 31 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 29 – Dec 3 |
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 Port Gibson 1 Ne, MS weather station, 12 km away (elevation 121 ft (37 m)).
Frost dates near Hermanville
- Pattison Mar 17 · Nov 12
- Port Gibson Mar 17 · Nov 12
- Lorman Mar 13 · Nov 10
- Union Church Mar 15 · Nov 12
- Utica Mar 16 · Nov 6
- Harriston Mar 17 · Nov 12
- Fayette Mar 16 · Nov 9
- Gallman Mar 11 · Nov 16
- Hazlehurst Mar 14 · Nov 13
- Raymond Mar 16 · Nov 6
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Hermanville, MS?
The median last spring frost in Hermanville, MS is March 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Hermanville, MS?
The median first fall frost is November 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 29.
How long is the growing season in Hermanville, MS?
About 240 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Hermanville, MS?
Hermanville, MS is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.