The first 36ยฐF frost date is 30% likely to be on Sep 16. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The first 32ยฐF light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Sep 28. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also ๐ท Last Spring Frost Dates.)
First frost date probabilities for Summerville, 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 | Sep 4 |
20% chance | Sep 11 |
30% chance | Sep 16 |
40% chance | Sep 19 |
50% chance | Sep 22 |
60% chance | Sep 24 |
70% chance | Sep 27 |
80% chance | Sep 30 |
90% chance | Oct 3 |
Probability of light freeze (32ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Sep 18 |
20% chance | Sep 24 |
30% chance | Sep 28 |
40% chance | Oct 1 |
50% chance | Oct 2 |
60% chance | Oct 4 |
70% chance | Oct 7 |
80% chance | Oct 10 |
90% chance | Oct 15 |
Probability of moderate freeze (28ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 1 |
20% chance | Oct 4 |
30% chance | Oct 7 |
40% chance | Oct 10 |
50% chance | Oct 13 |
60% chance | Oct 16 |
70% chance | Oct 19 |
80% chance | Oct 23 |
90% chance | Oct 30 |
Probability of moderate hard freeze (24ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 12 |
20% chance | Oct 16 |
30% chance | Oct 20 |
40% chance | Oct 23 |
50% chance | Oct 27 |
60% chance | Oct 30 |
70% chance | Nov 2 |
80% chance | Nov 7 |
90% chance | Nov 13 |
Probability of hard freeze (20ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 23 |
20% chance | Oct 29 |
30% chance | Nov 2 |
40% chance | Nov 6 |
50% chance | Nov 10 |
60% chance | Nov 14 |
70% chance | Nov 18 |
80% chance | Nov 23 |
90% chance | Nov 29 |
Probability of severe hard freeze (16ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 4 |
20% chance | Nov 10 |
30% chance | Nov 15 |
40% chance | Nov 20 |
50% chance | Nov 25 |
60% chance | Nov 29 |
70% chance | Dec 2 |
80% chance | Dec 8 |
90% chance | Dec 16 |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: BROOKVILLE SEWAGE PLT (USC00361004)