Frost dates for 31220 — Macon, GA
Last spring frostMar 21median date
First fall frostNov 10median date
Growing season234 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Macon compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Macon falls between February 28 and April 7, a 38-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 29 and November 29.
- The median last frost is the same as the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 234-day growing season is longer than 48% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 5 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 44 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Columbus, GA, 113 km away, the last frost here is 16 days later than there and the growing season is 29 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 28 |
| 50% (median) | March 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 29 |
| 50% (median) | November 10 |
| 90% (late) | November 29 |
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 Macon, GA
Frost dates for 31220 — Macon, GA — last frost Mar 21, first frost Nov 10, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 20
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Plant for fall: Oct 27 to Dec 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Macon, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 21 – Mar 28 | Sep 15 – Oct 13 |
| Kale | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Broccoli | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cabbage | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Okra | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Basil | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 28 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 27 – Dec 1 |
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 Macon Middle Ga Rgnl Ap, GA weather station, 24 km away (elevation 344 ft (105 m)).
ZIP codes in Macon: 31201 31202 31203 31204 31205 31206 31207 31208 31209 31210 31211 31213 31216 31217 31220 31221 31294 31295 31296 31297
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Macon, GA?
The median last spring frost in Macon, GA is March 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Macon, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 29.
How long is the growing season in Macon, GA?
About 234 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Macon, GA?
Macon, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.