Frost dates for 35654 — Russellville, AL
Last spring frostApr 5median date
First fall frostOct 28median date
Growing season206 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Russellville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Russellville falls between March 18 and April 22, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 16 and November 9.
- The median last frost is 13 days later than the Alabama median of Mar 23.
- Its 206-day growing season is among the shortest of the 574 Alabama places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 7 days later than the zone 8a median of Mar 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 76 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Decatur, AL, 62 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there and the growing season is 20 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 18 |
| 50% (median) | April 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 16 |
| 50% (median) | October 28 |
| 90% (late) | November 9 |
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 Russellville, AL
Frost dates for 35654 — Russellville, AL — last frost Apr 5, first frost Oct 28, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 8Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Jan 25 to Feb 8Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 8 to Feb 22Transplant outside: Mar 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Jul 22 to Aug 12
Start indoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 26 to May 10Sow outdoors: Apr 26 to May 10
Start indoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Transplant outside: Apr 19 to Apr 26Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Mar 8 to Mar 15Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 22 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to May 3Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Aug 26
Sow outdoors: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 10
Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Russellville, AL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Mar 8 – Apr 12 | Sep 2 – Sep 30 |
| Kale | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Broccoli | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cabbage | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 12 |
| Okra | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 26 – May 10 | Apr 26 – May 10 | — |
| Basil | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 1 – Apr 12 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – Apr 26 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 8 – Mar 15 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 19 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 12 – May 3 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 19 – May 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 14 – Nov 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 Russellville 4 Sse, AL weather station, 6 km away (elevation 722 ft (220 m)).
ZIP codes in Russellville: 35653 35654
Frost dates near Russellville
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- Town Creek Mar 28 · Nov 3
- Leighton Mar 20 · Nov 8
- Hackleburg Mar 29 · Nov 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Russellville, AL?
The median last spring frost in Russellville, AL is April 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Russellville, AL?
The median first fall frost is October 28, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 16.
How long is the growing season in Russellville, AL?
About 206 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Russellville, AL?
Russellville, AL is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.