Laurel Hill, NC frost dates
Last spring frostMar 21median date
First fall frostNov 14median date
Growing season238 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Laurel Hill compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Laurel Hill falls between March 2 and April 10, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 4.
- The median last frost is 11 days earlier than the North Carolina median of Apr 1.
- Its 238-day growing season is longer than 91% of the 759 North Carolina places with a regular frost season (state median 218 days).
- The last frost is 8 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 56 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Fayetteville, NC, 64 km away, the last frost here is 9 days earlier than there and the growing season is 13 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 2 |
| 50% (median) | March 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 14 |
| 90% (late) | December 4 |
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 Laurel Hill, NC
Laurel Hill, NC frost dates — last frost Mar 21, first frost Nov 14, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Dec 5
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Laurel Hill, NC
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 21 – Mar 28 | Sep 19 – Oct 17 |
| Kale | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Broccoli | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cabbage | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Okra | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Basil | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 28 | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 31 – Dec 5 |
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 Laurinburg, NC weather station, 11 km away (elevation 210 ft (64 m)).
Frost dates near Laurel Hill
- Gibson Mar 26 · Nov 8
- Laurinburg Mar 21 · Nov 14
- Hamlet Mar 30 · Nov 4
- Wagram Mar 25 · Nov 8
- Marston Mar 30 · Nov 4
- Hoffman Mar 25 · Nov 14
- Maxton Mar 25 · Nov 8
- Rockingham Mar 30 · Nov 4
- Cordova Mar 30 · Nov 4
- Pinebluff Mar 25 · Nov 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Laurel Hill, NC?
The median last spring frost in Laurel Hill, NC is March 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Laurel Hill, NC?
The median first fall frost is November 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Laurel Hill, NC?
About 238 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Laurel Hill, NC?
Laurel Hill, NC is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.