Natchez, MS frost dates
Last spring frostMar 16median date
First fall frostNov 9median date
Growing season238 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Natchez compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Natchez falls between February 25 and April 6, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 27 and November 27.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the Mississippi median of Mar 17.
- Its 238-day growing season is longer than 46% 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 40 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Baton Rouge, LA, 120 km away, the last frost here is 19 days later than there and the growing season is 36 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 25 |
| 50% (median) | March 16 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 27 |
| 50% (median) | November 9 |
| 90% (late) | November 27 |
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 Natchez, MS
Natchez, MS frost dates — last frost Mar 16, first frost Nov 9, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 13
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 13
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Feb 23 to Mar 9Sow outdoors: Feb 16 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Sep 14 to Oct 12
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2Sow outdoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Mar 2 to Mar 16Plant for fall: Aug 3 to Aug 24
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Feb 23 to Mar 9Plant for fall: Aug 3 to Aug 24
Start indoors: Jan 19 to Feb 2Transplant outside: Mar 2 to Mar 16Plant for fall: Aug 3 to Aug 24
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Transplant outside: Apr 6 to Apr 20Sow outdoors: Apr 6 to Apr 20
Start indoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 23Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Sep 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 23Plant for fall: Sep 14 to Oct 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Sep 28 to Oct 19
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 6Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 6Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Feb 23Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 6Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 14
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Feb 23Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 6
Start indoors: Feb 16 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 23 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Feb 23 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 23 to Mar 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 2 to Mar 30Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 2 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Sep 14 to Oct 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 6
Transplant outside: Mar 30 to Apr 20
Plant for fall: Oct 26 to Nov 30
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Natchez, MS
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Feb 16 – Mar 23 | Sep 14 – Oct 12 |
| Kale | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Broccoli | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | — | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Cabbage | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | — | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Okra | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 | — |
| Basil | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 23 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 23 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 23 | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | Mar 30 – Apr 6 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | — | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | — | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 23 – Mar 23 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 23 – Mar 23 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 23 – Mar 16 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 2 – Mar 30 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 2 – Mar 23 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 13 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 30 – Apr 20 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 26 – Nov 30 |
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 Natchez, MS weather station, 8 km away (elevation 194 ft (59 m)).
ZIP codes in Natchez: 39120 39121 39122
Frost dates near Natchez
- Sibley Mar 16 · Nov 9
- Washington Mar 16 · Nov 9
- Roxie Mar 15 · Nov 12
- Crosby Mar 11 · Nov 17
- Fayette Mar 16 · Nov 9
- Harriston Mar 17 · Nov 12
- Woodville Mar 11 · Nov 17
- Lorman Mar 13 · Nov 10
- Meadville Mar 15 · Nov 12
- Bude Mar 15 · Nov 12
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Natchez, MS?
The median last spring frost in Natchez, MS is March 16. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Natchez, MS?
The median first fall frost is November 9, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 27.
How long is the growing season in Natchez, MS?
About 238 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Natchez, MS?
Natchez, MS is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.