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Frost Dates by Region
Nov 02, 2026 Megan

Almanac Frost Dates

A frost date is the average date of the last light freeze in spring or the first light freeze in fall. The classification of freeze temperatures is based on th...

A frost date is the average date of the last light freeze in spring or the first light freeze in fall. The classification of freeze temperatures is based on their effect on plants: Light freeze: 29° to 32°F (-1.7° to 0°C)—tender plants are killed. Moderate freeze: 25° to 28°F (-3.9° to -2.2°C)—widely destructive to most vegetation. Severe freeze: 24°F (-4.4°C) and colder—heavy damage to most garden plants.

Seattle Estimated First and Last Frost Dates Farmers Almanac

Frost Dates by Region
Frost Dates by Region

Old Farmer's Almanac Frost Dates

Average Frost Dates - Farmers' Almanac

Severe freeze: 24°F (-4.4°C) and colder—heavy damage to most garden plants. Note that frost dates are only an estimate based on historical climate data and are not set in stone. The probability of a frost occurring after the spring frost date or before the fall frost date is 30%, which means that there is still a chance of frost occurring before or after the given dates! https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates

2026 Last Frost Date Map: Is Your Frost Date Changing?
2026 Last Frost Date Map: Is Your Frost Date Changing?
a map showing the number of people in each state and where they have lost their home
a map showing the number of people in each state and where they have lost their home

Last Frost Date Farmers Almanac

Your first frost date is the most important date in your gardening calendar — and it's different for every region. This map shows average first frost dates across every US zone, from Miami's frost-free winters to Minneapolis seeing frost as early as mid-October. Find your zone, plan 2-4 weeks ahead, and save this every autumn. #FrostDate #FirstFrost #FallGardening #GardenCalendar #GardenZones #USDAZones #AutumnGarden #GardenTips #FallGarden

Your Average First Frost Date
Your Average First Frost Date
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its ‘Last Frost Date’ map
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its ‘Last Frost Date’ map

How to Find the First and Last Frost Dates

Farmers Almanac Frost Dates

First and last frost dates are important to know; however, they're an average and often inaccurate. Learn the best way to determine them.

Average Frost Dates

2024 First and Last Frost Dates
2024 First and Last Frost Dates
When Is Your First Frost Date? Every US Gardener Needs To Know This 🗺️❄️
When Is Your First Frost Date? Every US Gardener Needs To Know This 🗺️❄️
First Frost Dates 2026: When Should You Expect the First Frost of Fall?
First Frost Dates 2026: When Should You Expect the First Frost of Fall?
What Is the First Frost Date Where You Live?
What Is the First Frost Date Where You Live?
the first and last frost dates by zone
the first and last frost dates by zone
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its ‘Last Frost Date’ map
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its ‘Last Frost Date’ map
Your Average First Frost Date
Your Average First Frost Date
Average Frost Date Approximations by Zone
Average Frost Date Approximations by Zone
Frost dates
Frost dates
First Frost Dates
First Frost Dates

Knowing approximately when your last frost date is allows you to plan your garden ahead of time. From this date you can start seeds ahead of time to be ready for transplanting when the weather is warm enough. Otherwise, you may find yourself with seed starts outgrowing their containers. Or, you may be waiting longer than you thought for a harvest. #firstgarden #hardinesszone #garden #beginner #newgardener #gardenlife #grow #growyourfood #Newbie #Homegardener #farmtotable #eatfresh #homegrown

#firstfrost dates are in … Do you know when your town will have its first frost? We’ve got the averages dates … ❄️ Click to find yours!

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Frost Dates by Region
Frost Dates by Region
2026 Last Frost Date Map: Is Your Frost Date Changing?
2026 Last Frost Date Map: Is Your Frost Date Changing?
a map showing the number of people in each state and where they have lost their home
a map showing the number of people in each state and where they have lost their home
Your Average First Frost Date
Your Average First Frost Date
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its ‘Last Frost Date’ map
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its ‘Last Frost Date’ map
2024 First and Last Frost Dates
2024 First and Last Frost Dates
When Is Your First Frost Date? Every US Gardener Needs To Know This 🗺️❄️
When Is Your First Frost Date? Every US Gardener Needs To Know This 🗺️❄️
First Frost Dates 2026: When Should You Expect the First Frost of Fall?
First Frost Dates 2026: When Should You Expect the First Frost of Fall?

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