Frost dates for 30274 — Riverdale, GA
Last spring frostMar 25median date
First fall frostNov 12median date
Growing season232 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Riverdale compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Riverdale falls between March 2 and April 10, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 31 and December 2.
- The median last frost is 4 days later than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 232-day growing season is longer than 43% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 9 days later than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 49 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Atlanta, GA, 29 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 2 |
| 50% (median) | March 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 31 |
| 50% (median) | November 12 |
| 90% (late) | December 2 |
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 Riverdale, GA
Frost dates for 30274 — Riverdale, GA — last frost Mar 25, first frost Nov 12, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 15
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Apr 15 to Apr 29Sow outdoors: Apr 15 to Apr 29
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 22
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 15Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 4Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 4Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Start indoors: Feb 25 to Mar 4Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 11 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 22Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Transplant outside: Apr 8 to Apr 29
Plant for fall: Oct 29 to Dec 3
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Riverdale, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Feb 25 – Apr 1 | Sep 17 – Oct 15 |
| Kale | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Broccoli | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cabbage | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Okra | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — |
| Basil | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 18 – Apr 1 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 25 – Mar 4 | Apr 8 – Apr 15 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 25 – Mar 4 | — | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 25 – Mar 4 | — | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 25 – Mar 4 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 4 – Apr 1 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 4 – Apr 1 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 29 – Dec 3 |
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 Jonesboro, GA weather station, 5 km away (elevation 932 ft (284 m)).
ZIP codes in Riverdale: 30274 30296
Frost dates near Riverdale
- Forest Park Mar 25 · Nov 12
- Morrow Mar 25 · Nov 12
- Jonesboro Mar 25 · Nov 12
- Conley Mar 15 · Nov 20
- Rex Mar 25 · Nov 12
- Ellenwood Mar 25 · Nov 12
- Red Oak Mar 15 · Nov 20
- Union City Mar 15 · Nov 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Riverdale, GA?
The median last spring frost in Riverdale, GA is March 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Riverdale, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 31.
How long is the growing season in Riverdale, GA?
About 232 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Riverdale, GA?
Riverdale, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.