Frost dates for 71602 — White Hall, AR
How White Hall compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in White Hall falls between February 27 and April 2, a 34-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 31 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 14 days earlier than the Arkansas median of Mar 28.
- Its 247-day growing season is longer than 95% of the 603 Arkansas places with a regular frost season (state median 222 days).
- The last frost is 15 days earlier 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 50 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Little Rock, AR, 59 km away, the last frost here is 7 days earlier than there and the growing season is 13 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 27 |
| 50% (median) | March 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 2 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 31 |
| 50% (median) | November 16 |
| 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 White Hall, AR
Frost dates for 71602 — White Hall, AR — last frost Mar 14, first frost Nov 16, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in White Hall, AR
| 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 21 – Oct 19 |
| Kale | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Broccoli | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Cabbage | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 10 – Aug 31 |
| 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 24 – Sep 14 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 31 – Feb 21 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 7 – Mar 21 | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| 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 24 – Sep 7 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 21 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 7 – Sep 21 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| 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 Pine Bluff, AR weather station, 9 km away (elevation 230 ft (70 m)).
ZIP codes in White Hall: 71602 71612
Frost dates near White Hall
- Pine Bluff Mar 14 · Nov 16
- Sherrill Mar 14 · Nov 16
- Jefferson Apr 1 · Nov 3
- Wright Mar 21 · Nov 9
- Redfield Mar 21 · Nov 9
- Altheimer Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Tucker Mar 21 · Nov 9
- Sheridan Apr 1 · Nov 3
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in White Hall, AR?
The median last spring frost in White Hall, AR is March 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 2, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in White Hall, AR?
The median first fall frost is November 16, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 31.
How long is the growing season in White Hall, AR?
About 247 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is White Hall, AR?
White Hall, AR is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.