Frost dates for 31021 — Dublin, GA
Last spring frostMar 14median date
First fall frostNov 13median date
Growing season244 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Dublin compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Dublin falls between February 20 and April 1, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 2.
- The median last frost is 7 days earlier than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 244-day growing season is longer than 62% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 47 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Warner Robins, GA, 67 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there and the growing season is 9 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 20 |
| 50% (median) | March 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 13 |
| 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 Dublin, GA
Frost dates for 31021 — Dublin, GA — last frost Mar 14, first frost Nov 13, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 18
Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Dec 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Dublin, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 14 – Mar 21 | Sep 18 – Oct 16 |
| Kale | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Broccoli | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cabbage | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Okra | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — |
| Basil | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 31 – Feb 21 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 31 – Feb 21 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 7 – Mar 21 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 21 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 21 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 30 – Dec 4 |
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 Dublin, GA weather station, 11 km away (elevation 230 ft (70 m)).
ZIP codes in Dublin: 31021 31040
Frost dates near Dublin
- Rentz Mar 14 · Nov 13
- Dexter Mar 14 · Nov 13
- East Dublin Mar 14 · Nov 16
- Dudley Mar 14 · Nov 13
- Cadwell Mar 5 · Nov 24
- Rockledge Mar 14 · Nov 16
- Chester Mar 5 · Nov 24
- Montrose Mar 14 · Nov 13
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Dublin, GA?
The median last spring frost in Dublin, GA is March 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Dublin, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Dublin, GA?
About 244 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Dublin, GA?
Dublin, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.