The last 36°F Spring frost date is 30% likely to be on Apr 18. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The last 32°F light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Apr 6. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also 🍂 First Fall Frost Dates.)
Last frost date probabilities for Raleigh, NC 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 26 |
| 20% chance | Apr 21 |
| 30% chance | Apr 18 |
| 40% chance | Apr 15 |
| 50% chance | Apr 12 |
| 60% chance | Apr 9 |
| 70% chance | Apr 6 |
| 80% chance | Apr 2 |
| 90% chance | Mar 28 |
| Probability of light freeze (32°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Apr 15 |
| 20% chance | Apr 10 |
| 30% chance | Apr 6 |
| 40% chance | Apr 3 |
| 50% chance | Mar 31 |
| 60% chance | Mar 28 |
| 70% chance | Mar 24 |
| 80% chance | Mar 20 |
| 90% chance | Mar 15 |
| Probability of moderate freeze (28°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Apr 5 |
| 20% chance | Mar 31 |
| 30% chance | Mar 25 |
| 40% chance | Mar 21 |
| 50% chance | Mar 17 |
| 60% chance | Mar 14 |
| 70% chance | Mar 10 |
| 80% chance | Mar 6 |
| 90% chance | Feb 28 |
| Probability of moderate hard freeze (24°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Mar 21 |
| 20% chance | Mar 14 |
| 30% chance | Mar 9 |
| 40% chance | Mar 5 |
| 50% chance | Mar 1 |
| 60% chance | Feb 26 |
| 70% chance | Feb 22 |
| 80% chance | Feb 15 |
| 90% chance | Feb 6 |
| Probability of hard freeze (20°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Mar 8 |
| 20% chance | Feb 28 |
| 30% chance | Feb 24 |
| 40% chance | Feb 19 |
| 50% chance | Feb 12 |
| 60% chance | Feb 7 |
| 70% chance | Feb 2 |
| 80% chance | Jan 29 |
| 90% chance | Jan 19 |
| Probability of severe hard freeze (16°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Feb 25 |
| 20% chance | Feb 16 |
| 30% chance | Feb 8 |
| 40% chance | Feb 3 |
| 50% chance | Jan 31 |
| 60% chance | Jan 28 |
| 70% chance | Jan 21 |
| 80% chance | Jan 14 |
| 90% chance | Jan 1 |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: RALEIGH STATE UNIV (USC00317079)