Winchester, TN frost dates
Last spring frostApr 6median date
First fall frostOct 29median date
Growing season206 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7bZone 7b
How Winchester compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Winchester falls between March 19 and April 25, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 16 and November 11.
- The median last frost is 1 day earlier than the Tennessee median of Apr 7.
- Its 206-day growing season is longer than 47% 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 71 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Huntsville, AL, 67 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there and the growing season is 23 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 19 |
| 50% (median) | April 6 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 16 |
| 50% (median) | October 29 |
| 90% (late) | November 11 |
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 Winchester, TN
Winchester, TN frost dates — last frost Apr 6, first frost Oct 29, zone 7b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 12 to Jan 26Transplant outside: Mar 9 to Mar 23
Start indoors: Jan 26 to Feb 9Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4
Start indoors: Jan 26 to Feb 9Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Apr 13 to Apr 27
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 30Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Mar 9 to Mar 23Sow outdoors: Mar 9 to Mar 23Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Mar 16 to Mar 30Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Transplant outside: Mar 23 to Apr 6Plant for fall: Jul 23 to Aug 13
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Apr 27 to May 11Sow outdoors: Apr 27 to May 11
Start indoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9Transplant outside: Apr 13 to Apr 27
Sow outdoors: Feb 23 to Mar 16Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Feb 23 to Mar 16Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 2 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Mar 9 to Mar 16Transplant outside: Apr 20 to Apr 27Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Mar 9 to Mar 16Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to Apr 27Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Mar 9 to Mar 16Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to Apr 27
Start indoors: Mar 9 to Mar 16Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 4
Sow outdoors: Mar 16 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 16 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 16 to Apr 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 20Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 23 to Apr 13Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to May 4Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 13 to Apr 27
Transplant outside: Apr 20 to May 11
Plant for fall: Oct 15 to Nov 19
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Winchester, TN
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | Mar 9 – Apr 13 | Sep 3 – Oct 1 |
| Kale | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Broccoli | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cabbage | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — | Jul 23 – Aug 13 |
| Okra | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 27 – May 11 | Apr 27 – May 11 | — |
| Basil | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 23 – Mar 16 | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 23 – Mar 16 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 2 – Apr 13 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | Apr 20 – Apr 27 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | — | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | — | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | Apr 20 – May 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 13 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 13 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 16 – Apr 6 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 20 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 23 – Apr 13 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 13 – May 4 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 13 – Apr 27 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 20 – May 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 15 – Nov 19 |
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 Winchester 5se, TN weather station, 8 km away (elevation 942 ft (287 m)).
Frost dates near Winchester
- Decherd Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Belvidere Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Cowan Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Estill Springs Apr 6 · Oct 30
- Sewanee Apr 2 · Nov 4
- Tullahoma Apr 6 · Oct 30
- Huntland Apr 6 · Oct 29
- Sherwood Apr 7 · Oct 31
- Hillsboro Apr 2 · Nov 4
- Lynchburg Apr 15 · Oct 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Winchester, TN?
The median last spring frost in Winchester, TN is April 6. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Winchester, TN?
The median first fall frost is October 29, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 16.
How long is the growing season in Winchester, TN?
About 206 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Winchester, TN?
Winchester, TN is in USDA hardiness zone 7b.