Silver Point, TN frost dates
How Silver Point compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Silver Point falls between March 18 and April 18, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 22 and November 19.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Tennessee median of Apr 7.
- Its 215-day growing season is longer than 79% 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 72 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Murfreesboro, TN, 68 km away, the last frost here is 6 days earlier than there and the growing season is 14 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 18 |
| 50% (median) | April 3 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 18 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 22 |
| 50% (median) | November 4 |
| 90% (late) | November 19 |
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 Silver Point, TN
Silver Point, TN frost dates — last frost Apr 3, first frost Nov 4, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Silver Point, TN
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Mar 6 – Apr 10 | Sep 9 – Oct 7 |
| Kale | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Broccoli | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cabbage | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Jul 29 – Aug 19 |
| Okra | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Apr 24 – May 8 | Apr 24 – May 8 | — |
| Basil | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 27 – Apr 10 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | Apr 17 – May 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 10 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 10 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 17 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 21 – Nov 25 |
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 Lancaster Edgar Evins Marina, TN weather station, 9 km away (elevation 630 ft (192 m)).
Frost dates near Silver Point
- Baxter Apr 14 · Oct 25
- Buffalo Valley Apr 3 · Nov 4
- Lancaster Apr 3 · Nov 4
- Chestnut Mound Apr 10 · Oct 29
- Hickman Apr 3 · Nov 4
- Bloomington Springs Apr 20 · Oct 22
- Granville Apr 20 · Oct 22
- Elmwood Apr 10 · Oct 29
- Smithville Apr 18 · Oct 22
- Dowelltown Apr 18 · Oct 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Silver Point, TN?
The median last spring frost in Silver Point, TN is April 3. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 18, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Silver Point, TN?
The median first fall frost is November 4, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 22.
How long is the growing season in Silver Point, TN?
About 215 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Silver Point, TN?
Silver Point, TN is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.