Frost dates for 30164 — Rome, GA
Last spring frostMar 29median date
First fall frostNov 3median date
Growing season219 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Rome compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Rome falls between March 12 and April 15, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 22 and November 18.
- The median last frost is 8 days later than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 219-day growing season is longer than 19% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8a, where the median is Mar 29.
- The weather station records an average of 64 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Marietta, GA, 78 km away, the last frost here is 2 days later than there and the growing season is 6 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 12 |
| 50% (median) | March 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 22 |
| 50% (median) | November 3 |
| 90% (late) | November 18 |
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 Rome, GA
Frost dates for 30164 — Rome, GA — last frost Mar 29, first frost Nov 3, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Jan 4 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Jul 28 to Aug 18
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Sep 22 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 19Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Mar 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Sep 8 to Sep 29
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Transplant outside: Apr 12 to May 3
Plant for fall: Oct 20 to Nov 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Rome, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Mar 1 – Apr 5 | Sep 8 – Oct 6 |
| Kale | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Broccoli | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Cabbage | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | Jul 28 – Aug 18 |
| Okra | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Basil | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 22 – Apr 5 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | — | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | — | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 8 – Mar 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 5 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 12 – May 3 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 20 – Nov 24 |
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 Rome R B Russell Ap, GA weather station, 7 km away (elevation 640 ft (195 m)).
ZIP codes in Rome: 30161 30162 30163 30164 30165
Frost dates near Rome
- Coosa Mar 29 · Nov 3
- Shannon Mar 29 · Nov 3
- Mount Berry Apr 1 · Nov 3
- Armuchee Mar 29 · Nov 3
- Lyerly Apr 7 · Oct 30
- Lindale Apr 1 · Nov 3
- Summerville Apr 7 · Oct 30
- Plainville Mar 29 · Nov 3
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Rome, GA?
The median last spring frost in Rome, GA is March 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Rome, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 22.
How long is the growing season in Rome, GA?
About 219 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Rome, GA?
Rome, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.