Frost dates for 30346 — Atlanta, GA
How Atlanta compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Atlanta falls between March 5 and April 12, a 38-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 26 and November 27.
- The median last frost is 4 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 4 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 49 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 5 |
| 50% (median) | March 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 12 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 26 |
| 50% (median) | November 9 |
| 90% (late) | November 27 |
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 30346 — Atlanta, GA — last frost Mar 25, first frost Nov 9, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Atlanta, 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 14 – Oct 12 |
| Kale | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Broccoli | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Cabbage | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| 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 17 – Sep 7 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 18 – Apr 1 | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 25 – Mar 4 | Apr 8 – Apr 15 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 25 – Mar 4 | — | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| 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 17 – Aug 31 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 4 – Apr 1 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 22 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 26 – Nov 30 |
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 Peachtree Ap, GA weather station, 6 km away (elevation 1,001 ft (305 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 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 12, 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 9, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 26.
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 8a.