The last 36°F Spring frost date is 30% likely to be on Apr 15. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The last 32°F light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Apr 4. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also 🍂 First Fall Frost Dates.)
Last frost date probabilities for Chester, VA are based on historical climate data.
Always check your local forecast for the most up-to-date frost warnings.
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The last spring frost signals when your area is safe from freezing temperatures. Tender plants can now grow outdoors without cold damage! This marks the beginning of the growing season. Last spring frost serves as your essential starting point for planting warm-season crops. It's also time to remove winter protection from your perennials. Enjoy the longer days and warmer weather!
Start seeds indoors several weeks before your last frost date. This gives plants time to reach transplanting size when weather permits. Plan your outdoor planting schedule around your area's average last frost date. Plant some crops before and some after this date to protect against weather changes. Look for spots in your yard where frost stays longer or disappears earlier. Create your own frost map to use all available growing space and extend your season. Keep watching your local weather forecast to catch any surprise late frosts.
| Probability of frost (36°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Apr 22 |
| 20% chance | Apr 18 |
| 30% chance | Apr 15 |
| 40% chance | Apr 12 |
| 50% chance | Apr 9 |
| 60% chance | Apr 6 |
| 70% chance | Apr 3 |
| 80% chance | Mar 31 |
| 90% chance | Mar 26 |
| Probability of light freeze (32°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Apr 13 |
| 20% chance | Apr 8 |
| 30% chance | Apr 4 |
| 40% chance | Apr 1 |
| 50% chance | Mar 29 |
| 60% chance | Mar 26 |
| 70% chance | Mar 22 |
| 80% chance | Mar 18 |
| 90% chance | Mar 12 |
| Probability of moderate freeze (28°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Apr 2 |
| 20% chance | Mar 28 |
| 30% chance | Mar 23 |
| 40% chance | Mar 19 |
| 50% chance | Mar 14 |
| 60% chance | Mar 10 |
| 70% chance | Mar 6 |
| 80% chance | Mar 2 |
| 90% chance | Feb 24 |
| Probability of moderate hard freeze (24°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Mar 19 |
| 20% chance | Mar 13 |
| 30% chance | Mar 7 |
| 40% chance | Mar 3 |
| 50% chance | Feb 28 |
| 60% chance | Feb 24 |
| 70% chance | Feb 19 |
| 80% chance | Feb 12 |
| 90% chance | Feb 3 |
| Probability of hard freeze (20°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Mar 7 |
| 20% chance | Feb 28 |
| 30% chance | Feb 23 |
| 40% chance | Feb 17 |
| 50% chance | Feb 11 |
| 60% chance | Feb 5 |
| 70% chance | Jan 31 |
| 80% chance | Jan 26 |
| 90% chance | Jan 14 |
| Probability of severe hard freeze (16°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Feb 23 |
| 20% chance | Feb 13 |
| 30% chance | Feb 5 |
| 40% chance | Feb 1 |
| 50% chance | Jan 29 |
| 60% chance | Jan 24 |
| 70% chance | Jan 17 |
| 80% chance | Jan 10 |
| 90% chance | Dec 31 |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: HOPEWELL (USC00444101)