Frost dates for 30315 — Atlanta, GA
How Atlanta compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Atlanta falls between February 23 and April 4, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 4 and December 10.
- The median last frost is 6 days earlier than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 250-day growing season is longer than 71% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 14 days earlier 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 36 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 23 |
| 50% (median) | March 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 4 |
| 50% (median) | November 20 |
| 90% (late) | December 10 |
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 Atlanta, GA
Frost dates for 30315 — Atlanta, GA — last frost Mar 15, first frost Nov 20, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Atlanta, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Feb 15 – Mar 22 | Sep 25 – Oct 23 |
| Kale | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Broccoli | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cabbage | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Okra | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — |
| Basil | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 22 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Mar 29 – Apr 5 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | — | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | — | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 22 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 22 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 29 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 6 – Dec 11 |
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 Atlanta Hartsfield Intl Ap, GA weather station, 10 km away (elevation 1,010 ft (308 m)).
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Atlanta, GA?
The median last spring frost in Atlanta, GA is March 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Atlanta, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 4.
How long is the growing season in Atlanta, GA?
About 250 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Atlanta, GA?
Atlanta, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.