The first 36ยฐF frost date is 30% likely to be on Sep 30. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The first 32ยฐF light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Oct 8. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also ๐ท Last Spring Frost Dates.)
First frost date probabilities for Green Village, NJ are based on historical climate data.
Always check your local forecast for the most up-to-date frost warnings.
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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 sweaterโand start planning your spring garden!
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.
Probability of frost (36ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Sep 23 |
20% chance | Sep 27 |
30% chance | Sep 30 |
40% chance | Oct 2 |
50% chance | Oct 4 |
60% chance | Oct 6 |
70% chance | Oct 9 |
80% chance | Oct 12 |
90% chance | Oct 17 |
Probability of light freeze (32ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 1 |
20% chance | Oct 5 |
30% chance | Oct 8 |
40% chance | Oct 11 |
50% chance | Oct 14 |
60% chance | Oct 17 |
70% chance | Oct 20 |
80% chance | Oct 23 |
90% chance | Oct 30 |
Probability of moderate freeze (28ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 10 |
20% chance | Oct 16 |
30% chance | Oct 20 |
40% chance | Oct 23 |
50% chance | Oct 26 |
60% chance | Oct 29 |
70% chance | Nov 1 |
80% chance | Nov 4 |
90% chance | Nov 10 |
Probability of moderate hard freeze (24ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 23 |
20% chance | Oct 28 |
30% chance | Nov 1 |
40% chance | Nov 4 |
50% chance | Nov 8 |
60% chance | Nov 11 |
70% chance | Nov 15 |
80% chance | Nov 20 |
90% chance | Nov 26 |
Probability of hard freeze (20ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 6 |
20% chance | Nov 12 |
30% chance | Nov 16 |
40% chance | Nov 20 |
50% chance | Nov 23 |
60% chance | Nov 27 |
70% chance | Dec 1 |
80% chance | Dec 5 |
90% chance | Dec 11 |
Probability of severe hard freeze (16ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 18 |
20% chance | Nov 25 |
30% chance | Dec 1 |
40% chance | Dec 4 |
50% chance | Dec 7 |
60% chance | Dec 11 |
70% chance | Dec 15 |
80% chance | Dec 20 |
90% chance | Dec 26 |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: CANOE BROOK (USC00281335)