Cleveland, SC frost dates
Last spring frostApr 10median date
First fall frostNov 2median date
Growing season206 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Cleveland compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Cleveland falls between March 24 and April 28, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 22 and November 16.
- The median last frost is 16 days later than the South Carolina median of Mar 25.
- Its 206-day growing season is longer than 6% of the 375 South Carolina places with a regular frost season (state median 228 days).
- The last frost is 12 days later 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 78 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Greenville, SC, 29 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there and the growing season is 18 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 24 |
| 50% (median) | April 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 22 |
| 50% (median) | November 2 |
| 90% (late) | November 16 |
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 Cleveland, SC
Cleveland, SC frost dates — last frost Apr 10, first frost Nov 2, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Oct 5
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 14
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 12
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 1Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 20Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 8Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 17 to May 1
Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 15
Plant for fall: Oct 19 to Nov 23
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Cleveland, SC
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Mar 13 – Apr 17 | Sep 7 – Oct 5 |
| Kale | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Broccoli | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cabbage | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Okra | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 1 – May 15 | May 1 – May 15 | — |
| Basil | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 6 – Apr 17 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | Apr 24 – May 1 | Apr 17 – May 1 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | — | Apr 17 – May 1 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | — | Apr 17 – May 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 17 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 17 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 24 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 17 – May 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 24 – May 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 19 – Nov 23 |
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 Caesars Head, SC weather station, 5 km away (elevation 3,199 ft (975 m)).
Frost dates near Cleveland
- Marietta Apr 10 · Nov 2
- Slater Apr 10 · Nov 2
- Travelers Rest Mar 16 · Nov 20
- Pickens Apr 1 · Nov 3
- Sunset Apr 9 · Nov 1
- Tigerville Mar 27 · Nov 12
- Easley Apr 1 · Nov 3
- Greenville Mar 28 · Nov 7
- Taylors Mar 16 · Nov 20
- Liberty Apr 1 · Nov 3
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Cleveland, SC?
The median last spring frost in Cleveland, SC is April 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 28, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Cleveland, SC?
The median first fall frost is November 2, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 22.
How long is the growing season in Cleveland, SC?
About 206 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Cleveland, SC?
Cleveland, SC is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.