Frost dates for 36079 — Troy, AL
Last spring frostMar 17median date
First fall frostNov 16median date
Growing season244 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Troy compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Troy falls between February 25 and April 3, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 4.
- The median last frost is 6 days earlier than the Alabama median of Mar 23.
- Its 244-day growing season is longer than 71% of the 574 Alabama places with a regular frost season (state median 231 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 40 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Montgomery, AL, 64 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there and the growing season is 15 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 25 |
| 50% (median) | March 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 16 |
| 90% (late) | December 4 |
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 Troy, AL
Frost dates for 36079 — Troy, AL — last frost Mar 17, first frost Nov 16, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Transplant outside: Feb 17 to Mar 3
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Feb 24 to Mar 10Sow outdoors: Feb 17 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 19
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Feb 17 to Mar 3Sow outdoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 28
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 3 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Feb 24 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 3 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 31
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Feb 24Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Feb 24Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Oct 5 to Oct 26
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 14
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 21
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Aug 24 to Sep 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 21
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Sep 7 to Sep 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 21
Plant for fall: Nov 2 to Dec 7
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Troy, AL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Feb 17 – Mar 24 | Sep 21 – Oct 19 |
| Kale | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Broccoli | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Cabbage | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Okra | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — |
| Basil | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 3 – Feb 24 | Aug 24 – Sep 14 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 3 – Feb 24 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 24 | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 31 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 2 – Dec 7 |
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 Troy 2 W, AL weather station, 4 km away (elevation 472 ft (144 m)).
ZIP codes in Troy: 36079 36081 36082
Frost dates near Troy
- Goshen Mar 17 · Nov 16
- Glenwood Mar 17 · Nov 16
- Brundidge Mar 10 · Nov 21
- Petrey Mar 31 · Nov 5
- Banks Mar 10 · Nov 21
- Jack Mar 17 · Nov 16
- Luverne Mar 31 · Nov 5
- Grady Mar 12 · Nov 18
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Troy, AL?
The median last spring frost in Troy, AL is March 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 3, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Troy, AL?
The median first fall frost is November 16, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Troy, AL?
About 244 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Troy, AL?
Troy, AL is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.