Frost dates for 39309 — Meridian, MS
Last spring frostMar 14median date
First fall frostNov 12median date
Growing season243 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Meridian compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Meridian falls between February 22 and April 1, a 38-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 29 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 3 days earlier than the Mississippi median of Mar 17.
- Its 243-day growing season is longer than 60% of the 435 Mississippi places with a regular frost season (state median 239 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 44 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 22 |
| 50% (median) | March 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 29 |
| 50% (median) | November 12 |
| 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 Meridian, MS
Frost dates for 39309 — Meridian, MS — last frost Mar 14, first frost Nov 12, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 15
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18Sow outdoors: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 31 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 22
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 4Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Feb 14 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 18
Plant for fall: Oct 29 to Dec 3
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Meridian, MS
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 14 – Mar 21 | Sep 17 – Oct 15 |
| Kale | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Broccoli | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cabbage | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Okra | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — |
| Basil | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 31 – Feb 21 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 31 – Feb 21 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 7 – Mar 21 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 21 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 21 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 29 – Dec 3 |
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 Meridian Naas, MS weather station, 4 km away (elevation 272 ft (83 m)).
ZIP codes in Meridian: 39301 39302 39303 39304 39305 39307 39309
Frost dates near Meridian
- Daleville Mar 14 · Nov 12
- Lauderdale Mar 14 · Nov 12
- Bailey Mar 16 · Nov 12
- Marion Mar 16 · Nov 12
- Porterville Mar 14 · Nov 12
- Toomsuba Mar 14 · Nov 12
- De Kalb Mar 14 · Nov 12
- Collinsville Mar 16 · Nov 12
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Meridian, MS?
The median last spring frost in Meridian, MS is March 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Meridian, MS?
The median first fall frost is November 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 29.
How long is the growing season in Meridian, MS?
About 243 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Meridian, MS?
Meridian, MS is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.