The first 36ยฐF frost date is 30% likely to be on Oct 8. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The first 32ยฐF light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Oct 19. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also ๐ท Last Spring Frost Dates.)
First frost date probabilities for Dravosburg, PA 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 | Oct 2 |
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 28 |
Probability of light freeze (32ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 10 |
20% chance | Oct 15 |
30% chance | Oct 19 |
40% chance | Oct 22 |
50% chance | Oct 26 |
60% chance | Oct 30 |
70% chance | Nov 1 |
80% chance | Nov 5 |
90% chance | Nov 10 |
Probability of moderate freeze (28ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 22 |
20% chance | Oct 28 |
30% chance | Nov 1 |
40% chance | Nov 4 |
50% chance | Nov 7 |
60% chance | Nov 10 |
70% chance | Nov 14 |
80% chance | Nov 18 |
90% chance | Nov 25 |
Probability of moderate hard freeze (24ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 4 |
20% chance | Nov 9 |
30% chance | Nov 13 |
40% chance | Nov 17 |
50% chance | Nov 21 |
60% chance | Nov 25 |
70% chance | Nov 29 |
80% chance | Dec 3 |
90% chance | Dec 9 |
Probability of hard freeze (20ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 14 |
20% chance | Nov 21 |
30% chance | Nov 26 |
40% chance | Dec 1 |
50% chance | Dec 3 |
60% chance | Dec 7 |
70% chance | Dec 11 |
80% chance | Dec 16 |
90% chance | Dec 23 |
Probability of severe hard freeze (16ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 27 |
20% chance | Dec 2 |
30% chance | Dec 6 |
40% chance | Dec 10 |
50% chance | Dec 14 |
60% chance | Dec 19 |
70% chance | Dec 23 |
80% chance | Dec 27 |
90% chance | Jan 1 |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: PITTSBURGH ALLEGHENY CO AP (USW00014762)