Frost dates for 36112 — Montgomery, AL
Last spring frostMar 13median date
First fall frostNov 13median date
Growing season245 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Montgomery compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Montgomery falls between February 20 and March 31, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 31 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 10 days earlier than the Alabama median of Mar 23.
- Its 245-day growing season is longer than 73% 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 37 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 20 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 31 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 31 |
| 50% (median) | November 13 |
| 90% (late) | December 1 |
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 Montgomery, AL
Frost dates for 36112 — Montgomery, AL — last frost Mar 13, first frost Nov 13, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 17
Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Dec 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Montgomery, AL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 13 – Mar 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 16 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Okra | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — |
| Basil | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 30 – Dec 4 |
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 Montgomery Ap, AL weather station, 11 km away (elevation 203 ft (62 m)).
ZIP codes in Montgomery: 36101 36102 36103 36104 36105 36106 36107 36108 36109 36110 36111 36112 36113 36114 36115 36116 36117 36118 36119 36120 36121 36123 36124 36125 36130 36131 36132 36135 36140 36141 36142 36177 36191
Frost dates near Montgomery
- Millbrook Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Coosada Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Prattville Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Hope Hull Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Elmore Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Mount Meigs Mar 4 · Nov 18
- Pike Road Mar 4 · Nov 18
- Booth Mar 13 · Nov 13
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Montgomery, AL?
The median last spring frost in Montgomery, AL is March 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 31, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Montgomery, AL?
The median first fall frost is November 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 31.
How long is the growing season in Montgomery, AL?
About 245 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Montgomery, AL?
Montgomery, AL is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.