Frost dates for 36870 — Phenix City, AL
Last spring frostMar 21median date
First fall frostNov 18median date
Growing season242 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Phenix City compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Phenix City falls between February 25 and April 13, a 47-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 5.
- The median last frost is 2 days earlier than the Alabama median of Mar 23.
- Its 242-day growing season is longer than 69% of the 574 Alabama places with a regular frost season (state median 231 days).
- The last frost is 5 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 46 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Columbus, GA, 18 km away, the last frost here is 16 days later than there and the growing season is 21 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 25 |
| 50% (median) | March 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 18 |
| 90% (late) | December 5 |
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 Phenix City, AL
Frost dates for 36870 — Phenix City, AL — last frost Mar 21, first frost Nov 18, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 21
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 12 to Sep 2
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Oct 7 to Oct 28
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Plant for fall: Nov 4 to Dec 9
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Phenix City, AL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 21 – Mar 28 | Sep 23 – Oct 21 |
| Kale | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Broccoli | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Cabbage | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Okra | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Basil | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 28 | Oct 7 – Oct 28 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 4 – Dec 9 |
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 Mulberry Grove, GA weather station, 15 km away (elevation 502 ft (153 m)).
ZIP codes in Phenix City: 36867 36868 36869 36870
Frost dates near Phenix City
- Smiths Station Mar 21 · Nov 18
- Salem Mar 21 · Nov 18
- Seale Mar 26 · Nov 8
- Fort Mitchell Mar 26 · Nov 8
- Valley (Lee) Mar 13 · Nov 17
- Opelika Mar 29 · Nov 5
- Hatchechubbee Mar 26 · Nov 8
- Holy Trinity Mar 26 · Nov 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Phenix City, AL?
The median last spring frost in Phenix City, AL is March 21. 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 Phenix City, AL?
The median first fall frost is November 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Phenix City, AL?
About 242 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Phenix City, AL?
Phenix City, AL is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.