Frost dates for 30321 — Atlanta, GA
How Atlanta compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Atlanta falls between March 2 and April 10, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 27 and November 26.
- The median last frost is 3 days later than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 229-day growing season is longer than 37% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 8 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 52 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 2 |
| 50% (median) | March 24 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 27 |
| 50% (median) | November 8 |
| 90% (late) | November 26 |
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 30321 — Atlanta, GA — last frost Mar 24, first frost Nov 8, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Atlanta, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Feb 24 – Mar 31 | Sep 13 – Oct 11 |
| Kale | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Broccoli | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Cabbage | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Okra | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 | — |
| Basil | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 3 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 3 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 31 | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | Apr 7 – Apr 14 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | — | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | — | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 31 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 31 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 10 – Apr 7 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 10 – Mar 31 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 7 – Apr 28 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 25 – Nov 29 |
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 Fulton Co Ap, GA weather station, 13 km away (elevation 840 ft (256 m)).
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Frost dates near Atlanta
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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 24. 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 Atlanta, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 27.
How long is the growing season in Atlanta, GA?
About 229 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Atlanta, GA?
Atlanta, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.