Frost dates for 31903 — Columbus, GA
Last spring frostMar 26median date
First fall frostNov 8median date
Growing season227 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Columbus compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Columbus falls between March 4 and April 13, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 27 and November 23.
- The median last frost is 5 days later than the Georgia median of Mar 21.
- Its 227-day growing season is longer than 36% of the 618 Georgia places with a regular frost season (state median 235 days).
- The last frost is 10 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 60 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 4 |
| 50% (median) | March 26 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 27 |
| 50% (median) | November 8 |
| 90% (late) | November 23 |
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 Columbus, GA
Frost dates for 31903 — Columbus, GA — last frost Mar 26, first frost Nov 8, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 1 to Jan 15Transplant outside: Feb 26 to Mar 12
Start indoors: Jan 15 to Jan 29Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Jan 15 to Jan 29Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Feb 26 to Mar 12Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Jan 29 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 2 to Aug 23
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 16 to Apr 30Sow outdoors: Apr 16 to Apr 30
Start indoors: Feb 12 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 18
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 16Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Feb 26 to Mar 5Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 16 to Aug 30
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 13
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 23Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 6
Sow outdoors: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 30
Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 29
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Columbus, GA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Feb 26 – Apr 2 | Sep 13 – Oct 11 |
| Kale | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Broccoli | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Cabbage | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 2 – Aug 23 |
| Okra | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — |
| Basil | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 19 – Apr 2 | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 16 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 25 – Nov 29 |
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 Ft Benning Lawson Fld, GA weather station, 10 km away (elevation 289 ft (88 m)).
ZIP codes in Columbus: 31901 31902 31903 31904 31906 31907 31908 31909 31914 31917 31993 31997 31998 31999
Frost dates near Columbus
- Fort Benning Mar 5 · Nov 23
- Midland Mar 21 · Nov 11
- Cusseta Mar 26 · Nov 8
- Cataula Mar 21 · Nov 11
- Fortson Mar 21 · Nov 18
- Upatoi Mar 21 · Nov 11
- Ellerslie Mar 21 · Nov 11
- Louvale Apr 1 · Nov 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Columbus, GA?
The median last spring frost in Columbus, GA is March 26. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Columbus, GA?
The median first fall frost is November 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 27.
How long is the growing season in Columbus, GA?
About 227 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Columbus, GA?
Columbus, GA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.