Frost dates for 30271 — Newnan, GA
Last spring frostApr 3median date
First fall frostNov 2median date
Growing season213 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Newnan compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Newnan falls between March 16 and April 18, a 33-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 22 and November 18.
- The median last frost is 13 days later than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 213-day growing season is longer than 7% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 5 days later than the zone 8a median of Mar 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 61 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Smyrna, GA, 60 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there and the growing season is 12 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 16 |
| 50% (median) | April 3 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 18 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 22 |
| 50% (median) | November 2 |
| 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 Newnan, GA
Frost dates for 30271 — Newnan, GA — last frost Apr 3, first frost Nov 2, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Oct 5
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 14
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Jul 27 to Aug 17
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Mar 6Transplant outside: Apr 24 to May 8Sow outdoors: Apr 24 to May 8
Start indoors: Feb 20 to Mar 6Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 12
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 17 to Apr 24Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Start indoors: Mar 6 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 28
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to Apr 24
Transplant outside: Apr 17 to May 8
Plant for fall: Oct 19 to Nov 23
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Newnan, GA
| 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 7 – Oct 5 |
| Kale | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Broccoli | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cabbage | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| 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 10 – Aug 31 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 27 – Apr 10 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | Apr 17 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| 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 10 – Aug 24 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 10 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 17 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 17 – May 8 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 19 – Nov 23 |
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 Newnan 7 Wnw, GA weather station, 16 km away (elevation 794 ft (242 m)).
ZIP codes in Newnan: 30263 30264 30265 30271
Frost dates near Newnan
- Moreland Apr 3 · Nov 2
- Sharpsburg Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Turin Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Grantville Apr 3 · Nov 2
- Sargent Apr 3 · Nov 2
- Luthersville Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Peachtree City Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Senoia Mar 26 · Nov 6
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Newnan, GA?
The median last spring frost in Newnan, GA 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 Newnan, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 2, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 22.
How long is the growing season in Newnan, GA?
About 213 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Newnan, GA?
Newnan, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.