Longs, SC frost dates
Last spring frostMar 13median date
First fall frostNov 20median date
Growing season252 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Longs compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Longs falls between February 20 and March 31, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 4 and December 16.
- The median last frost is 12 days earlier than the South Carolina median of Mar 25.
- Its 252-day growing season is longer than 84% of the 375 South Carolina places with a regular frost season (state median 228 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 34 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Wilmington, NC, 90 km away, the last frost here is 7 days earlier than there and the growing season is 12 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 20 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 31 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 4 |
| 50% (median) | November 20 |
| 90% (late) | December 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 Longs, SC
Longs, SC frost dates — last frost Mar 13, first frost Nov 20, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 25 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 25 to Oct 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Oct 9 to Oct 30
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 25 to Oct 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 17
Plant for fall: Nov 6 to Dec 11
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Longs, SC
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 13 – Mar 20 | Sep 25 – Oct 23 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Okra | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — |
| Basil | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 6 – Dec 11 |
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 N Myrtle Bch Ap, SC weather station, 12 km away (elevation 33 ft (10 m)).
Frost dates near Longs
- Little River Mar 13 · Nov 20
- North Myrtle Beach Mar 13 · Nov 20
- Loris Mar 15 · Nov 22
- Conway Mar 15 · Nov 22
- Myrtle Beach Mar 21 · Nov 13
- Green Sea Apr 1 · Nov 5
- Aynor Mar 15 · Nov 22
- Galivants Ferry Mar 26 · Nov 11
- Murrells Inlet Mar 18 · Nov 18
- Nichols Mar 26 · Nov 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Longs, SC?
The median last spring frost in Longs, SC is March 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 31, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Longs, SC?
The median first fall frost is November 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 4.
How long is the growing season in Longs, SC?
About 252 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Longs, SC?
Longs, SC is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.