Pineola, NC frost dates
Last spring frostMay 5median date
First fall frostOct 13median date
Growing season161 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Pineola compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Pineola falls between April 20 and May 20, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between September 27 and October 25.
- The median last frost is 34 days later than the North Carolina median of Apr 1.
- Its 161-day growing season is among the shortest of the 759 North Carolina places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 13 days later than the zone 6b median of Apr 22. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 6b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 115 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Johnson City, TN, 57 km away, the last frost here is 14 days later than there and the growing season is 24 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 20 |
| 50% (median) | May 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 20 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | September 27 |
| 50% (median) | October 13 |
| 90% (late) | October 25 |
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 Pineola, NC
Pineola, NC frost dates — last frost May 5, first frost Oct 13, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Feb 10 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Feb 24 to Mar 10Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 28
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 14 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 28
Start indoors: Mar 10 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Jul 7 to Jul 28
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 26 to Jun 9Sow outdoors: May 26 to Jun 9
Start indoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Transplant outside: May 12 to May 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to May 12Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Transplant outside: May 19 to May 26Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Start indoors: Apr 7 to Apr 14Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 14 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 19Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: May 12 to Jun 2Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 11
Sow outdoors: May 12 to May 26
Transplant outside: May 19 to Jun 9
Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Nov 3
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Pineola, NC
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Apr 7 – May 12 | Aug 18 – Sep 15 |
| Kale | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Broccoli | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Cabbage | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Cauliflower | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Okra | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 26 – Jun 9 | May 26 – Jun 9 | — |
| Basil | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | May 12 – May 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 31 – May 12 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Cucumbers | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – May 26 | May 12 – May 26 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | — | May 12 – May 26 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | — | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | May 19 – Jun 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Jul 21 – Aug 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 14 – May 12 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 14 – May 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 21 – May 19 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 12 – Jun 2 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 12 – May 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 19 – Jun 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 29 – Nov 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 Grandfather Mtn, NC weather station, 9 km away (elevation 5,279 ft (1,609 m)).
Frost dates near Pineola
- Crossnore Apr 26 · Oct 20
- Montezuma May 5 · Oct 13
- Linville May 5 · Oct 13
- Newland May 5 · Oct 13
- Jonas Ridge Apr 26 · Oct 20
- Linville Falls Apr 26 · Oct 20
- Plumtree Apr 26 · Oct 20
- Minneapolis Apr 30 · Oct 12
- Collettsville May 5 · Oct 13
- Banner Elk Apr 30 · Oct 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Pineola, NC?
The median last spring frost in Pineola, NC is May 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 20, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Pineola, NC?
The median first fall frost is October 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before September 27.
How long is the growing season in Pineola, NC?
About 161 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Pineola, NC?
Pineola, NC is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.