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🍂 First Frost Dates for East Fairfield, Vermont 05448

The first 36°F frost date is 30% likely to be on Sep 10. (See detailed probabilities below.)

The first 32°F light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Sep 25. (See detailed probabilities below.)

(See also 🌷 Last Spring Frost Dates.)

First frost date probabilities for East Fairfield, VT are based on historical climate data.

Always check your local forecast for the most up-to-date frost warnings.

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What is a First Frost Date?

The first fall frost signals the end of your local growing season. This date serves as an important deadline for gardeners and farmers. You'll need to complete harvesting before this point. Annuals and other tender plants will die back when frost hits, and perennial plants will enter their dormant phase for winter. Meanwhile, it's time to enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and a cozy sweater—and start planning your spring garden!

How to use the First Frost Date?

Watch your local weather forecasts in early fall to predict the first frost date. Harvest tender crops and protect vulnerable plants before frost arrives. For late-summer plantings, count backward from your area's average first frost date. This ensures your crops have enough time to mature. Keep track of when frost actually occurs in your garden each year. This helps you identify protected spots where the growing season might last longer.

First Frost Date Probabilities

Probability of frost (36°F) on or before...
10% chanceSep 1
20% chanceSep 6
30% chanceSep 10
40% chanceSep 14
50% chanceSep 17
60% chanceSep 20
70% chanceSep 23
80% chanceSep 26
90% chanceSep 30
Probability of light freeze (32°F) on or before...
10% chanceSep 16
20% chanceSep 22
30% chanceSep 25
40% chanceSep 28
50% chanceOct 1
60% chanceOct 2
70% chanceOct 4
80% chanceOct 7
90% chanceOct 11
Probability of moderate freeze (28°F) on or before...
10% chanceSep 28
20% chanceOct 2
30% chanceOct 4
40% chanceOct 7
50% chanceOct 10
60% chanceOct 12
70% chanceOct 15
80% chanceOct 18
90% chanceOct 23
Probability of moderate hard freeze (24°F) on or before...
10% chanceOct 7
20% chanceOct 12
30% chanceOct 15
40% chanceOct 18
50% chanceOct 21
60% chanceOct 24
70% chanceOct 27
80% chanceNov 1
90% chanceNov 4
Probability of hard freeze (20°F) on or before...
10% chanceOct 19
20% chanceOct 24
30% chanceOct 29
40% chanceNov 1
50% chanceNov 3
60% chanceNov 5
70% chanceNov 8
80% chanceNov 12
90% chanceNov 17
Probability of severe hard freeze (16°F) on or before...
10% chanceNov 3
20% chanceNov 6
30% chanceNov 9
40% chanceNov 12
50% chanceNov 15
60% chanceNov 18
70% chanceNov 21
80% chanceNov 24
90% chanceNov 28

Agricultural climatic data from weather station: ENOSBURG FALLS (USC00432769)

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