๐Ÿ‚ First Frost Dates for Little Lake, Michigan 49833

The first 36ยฐF frost date is 30% likely to be on Oct 2. (See detailed probabilities below.)

The first 32ยฐF light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Oct 14. (See detailed probabilities below.)

(See also ๐ŸŒท Last Spring Frost Dates.)

First frost date probabilities for Little Lake, MI are based on historical climate data.

Always check your local forecast for the most up-to-date frost warnings.

What is a First Frost Date?

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 sweaterโ€”and start planning your spring garden!

How to use the First Frost Date?

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.

First Frost Date Probabilities

Probability of frost (36ยฐF) on or before...
10% chanceSep 26
20% chanceSep 30
30% chanceOct 2
40% chanceOct 5
50% chanceOct 7
60% chanceOct 10
70% chanceOct 13
80% chanceOct 16
90% chanceOct 21
Probability of light freeze (32ยฐF) on or before...
10% chanceOct 6
20% chanceOct 10
30% chanceOct 14
40% chanceOct 16
50% chanceOct 19
60% chanceOct 22
70% chanceOct 26
80% chanceOct 29
90% chanceNov 3
Probability of moderate freeze (28ยฐF) on or before...
10% chanceOct 17
20% chanceOct 22
30% chanceOct 26
40% chanceOct 30
50% chanceNov 1
60% chanceNov 4
70% chanceNov 7
80% chanceNov 10
90% chanceNov 15
Probability of moderate hard freeze (24ยฐF) on or before...
10% chanceOct 29
20% chanceNov 2
30% chanceNov 5
40% chanceNov 9
50% chanceNov 12
60% chanceNov 14
70% chanceNov 17
80% chanceNov 21
90% chanceNov 25
Probability of hard freeze (20ยฐF) on or before...
10% chanceNov 6
20% chanceNov 11
30% chanceNov 14
40% chanceNov 17
50% chanceNov 20
60% chanceNov 23
70% chanceNov 27
80% chanceNov 30
90% chanceDec 5
Probability of severe hard freeze (16ยฐF) on or before...
10% chanceNov 13
20% chanceNov 18
30% chanceNov 22
40% chanceNov 26
50% chanceNov 29
60% chanceDec 1
70% chanceDec 4
80% chanceDec 8
90% chanceDec 15

Agricultural climatic data from weather station: MARQUETTE (USW00014838)