Guys, TN frost dates
How Guys compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Guys falls between March 16 and April 17, a 32-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 20 and November 15.
- The median last frost is 5 days earlier than the Tennessee median of Apr 7.
- Its 213-day growing season is longer than 78% of the 548 Tennessee places with a regular frost season (state median 206 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7b, where the median is Apr 5.
- The weather station records an average of 73 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Jackson, TN, 73 km away, the last frost here is the same as there and the growing season is 3 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 16 |
| 50% (median) | April 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 20 |
| 50% (median) | November 1 |
| 90% (late) | November 15 |
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 Guys, TN
Guys, TN frost dates — last frost Apr 2, first frost Nov 1, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Guys, TN
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Mar 5 – Apr 9 | Sep 6 – Oct 4 |
| Kale | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Broccoli | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cabbage | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | Jul 26 – Aug 16 |
| Okra | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 23 – May 7 | Apr 23 – May 7 | — |
| Basil | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 26 – Apr 9 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 23 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 16 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 16 – May 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 18 – Nov 22 |
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 Corinth 7 Sw, MS weather station, 17 km away (elevation 384 ft (117 m)).
Frost dates near Guys
- Michie Mar 31 · Nov 1
- Ramer Apr 6 · Oct 30
- Chewalla Apr 2 · Nov 1
- Shiloh Mar 31 · Nov 1
- Selmer Apr 6 · Oct 30
- Stantonville Mar 31 · Nov 1
- Counce Mar 31 · Nov 1
- Bethel Springs Apr 6 · Oct 30
- Pocahontas Apr 6 · Oct 30
- Pickwick Dam Mar 31 · Nov 1
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Guys, TN?
The median last spring frost in Guys, TN is April 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Guys, TN?
The median first fall frost is November 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 20.
How long is the growing season in Guys, TN?
About 213 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Guys, TN?
Guys, TN is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.