Frost dates for 31702 — Albany, GA
Last spring frostMar 8median date
First fall frostNov 21median date
Growing season258 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Albany compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Albany falls between February 13 and March 27, a 42-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 5 and December 11.
- The median last frost is 13 days earlier than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 258-day growing season is longer than 85% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 5 days later than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 28 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 13 |
| 50% (median) | March 8 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 5 |
| 50% (median) | November 21 |
| 90% (late) | December 11 |
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 Albany, GA
Frost dates for 31702 — Albany, GA — last frost Mar 8, first frost Nov 21, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 22
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Feb 15 to Mar 1Sow outdoors: Feb 8 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 22Sow outdoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Feb 15 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Aug 15 to Sep 5
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 8Transplant outside: Mar 29 to Apr 12Sow outdoors: Mar 29 to Apr 12
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 8Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 15Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 15Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Sep 26
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Mar 29
Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 12
Plant for fall: Nov 7 to Dec 12
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Albany, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Feb 8 – Mar 15 | Sep 26 – Oct 24 |
| Kale | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Broccoli | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Cabbage | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Okra | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — |
| Basil | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 15 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 15 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 1 – Mar 15 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | Mar 22 – Mar 29 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | — | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | — | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 15 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 15 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 22 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 5 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 7 – Dec 12 |
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 Albany Sw Ga Rgnl Ap, GA weather station, 7 km away (elevation 190 ft (58 m)).
ZIP codes in Albany: 31701 31702 31703 31704 31705 31706 31707 31708 31721
Frost dates near Albany
- Putney Mar 8 · Nov 21
- Leesburg Mar 12 · Nov 19
- Sasser Mar 12 · Nov 19
- Baconton Mar 10 · Nov 20
- Oakfield Mar 9 · Nov 20
- Bronwood Mar 12 · Nov 19
- Sylvester Mar 10 · Nov 20
- Smithville Mar 12 · Nov 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Albany, GA?
The median last spring frost in Albany, GA is March 8. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Albany, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 5.
How long is the growing season in Albany, GA?
About 258 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Albany, GA?
Albany, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.