Frost dates for 31605 — Valdosta, GA
Last spring frostMar 5median date
First fall frostNov 27median date
Growing season267 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Valdosta compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Valdosta falls between February 9 and March 23, a 42-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 9 and December 21.
- The median last frost is 16 days earlier than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 267-day growing season is longer than 92% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 21 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Albany, GA, 111 km away, the last frost here is 5 days earlier than there and the growing season is 12 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 9 |
| 50% (median) | March 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 23 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 9 |
| 50% (median) | November 27 |
| 90% (late) | December 21 |
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 Valdosta, GA
Frost dates for 31605 — Valdosta, GA — last frost Mar 5, first frost Nov 27, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 11 to Dec 25Transplant outside: Feb 5 to Feb 19
Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 12 to Feb 26Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 30
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 5 to Feb 19Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 12 to Feb 26Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Sow outdoors: Jan 22 to Feb 12Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 22 to Feb 12Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 29 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 6
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 9
Plant for fall: Nov 13 to Dec 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Valdosta, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Feb 5 – Mar 12 | Oct 2 – Oct 30 |
| Kale | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Broccoli | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cabbage | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Okra | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — |
| Basil | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 29 – Mar 12 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 13 – Dec 18 |
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 Valdosta 2 S, GA weather station, 16 km away (elevation 266 ft (81 m)).
ZIP codes in Valdosta: 31601 31602 31603 31604 31605 31606 31698
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Valdosta, GA?
The median last spring frost in Valdosta, GA is March 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 23, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Valdosta, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 9.
How long is the growing season in Valdosta, GA?
About 267 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Valdosta, GA?
Valdosta, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.