Frost dates for 31521 — Brunswick, GA
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 9 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Brunswick compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Brunswick fall between December 25 and February 8. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 26, or the last frost as late as March 10.
- Compared with Jacksonville, FL, 94 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 9 |
| 50% (median) | February 8 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 26 |
| 50% (median) | December 25 |
| 90% (late) | January 20 |
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 Brunswick, GA
Frost dates for 31521 — Brunswick, GA — last frost Feb 8, first frost Dec 25, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
When to plant vegetables in Brunswick, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Jan 11 – Feb 15 | Oct 30 – Nov 27 |
| Kale | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Broccoli | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cabbage | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Okra | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — |
| Basil | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 28 – Jan 18 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 28 – Jan 18 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 15 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 8 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 22 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 15 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 11 – Jan 15 |
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 Brunswick, GA weather station, 2 km away (elevation 13 ft (4 m)).
ZIP codes in Brunswick: 31520 31521 31523 31524 31525
Frost dates near Brunswick
- Jekyll Island Feb 9 · Dec 26
- Waverly Feb 8 · Dec 25
- Sea Island Feb 9 · Dec 26
- Saint Simons Island Feb 9 · Dec 26
- Darien Feb 20 · Dec 19
- Woodbine Mar 14 · Nov 25
- Waynesville Mar 25 · Nov 15
- White Oak Mar 14 · Nov 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Brunswick, GA?
The median last spring frost in Brunswick, GA is February 8. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Brunswick, GA?
The median first fall frost is December 25, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 26.
How long is the growing season in Brunswick, GA?
About 320 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Brunswick, GA?
Brunswick, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.