The first 36ยฐF frost date is 30% likely to be on Oct 19. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The first 32ยฐF light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Oct 29. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also ๐ท Last Spring Frost Dates.)
First frost date probabilities for Sundown, TX 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 8 |
20% chance | Oct 15 |
30% chance | Oct 19 |
40% chance | Oct 22 |
50% chance | Oct 24 |
60% chance | Oct 27 |
70% chance | Oct 29 |
80% chance | Nov 1 |
90% chance | Nov 5 |
Probability of light freeze (32ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 20 |
20% chance | Oct 25 |
30% chance | Oct 29 |
40% chance | Nov 1 |
50% chance | Nov 3 |
60% chance | Nov 5 |
70% chance | Nov 8 |
80% chance | Nov 11 |
90% chance | Nov 15 |
Probability of moderate freeze (28ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Oct 29 |
20% chance | Nov 3 |
30% chance | Nov 7 |
40% chance | Nov 11 |
50% chance | Nov 13 |
60% chance | Nov 16 |
70% chance | Nov 18 |
80% chance | Nov 22 |
90% chance | Nov 26 |
Probability of moderate hard freeze (24ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 8 |
20% chance | Nov 14 |
30% chance | Nov 18 |
40% chance | Nov 21 |
50% chance | Nov 24 |
60% chance | Nov 27 |
70% chance | Dec 1 |
80% chance | Dec 4 |
90% chance | Dec 9 |
Probability of hard freeze (20ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 18 |
20% chance | Nov 25 |
30% chance | Nov 29 |
40% chance | Dec 2 |
50% chance | Dec 6 |
60% chance | Dec 9 |
70% chance | Dec 13 |
80% chance | Dec 19 |
90% chance | Dec 27 |
Probability of severe hard freeze (16ยฐF) on or before... | |
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10% chance | Nov 29 |
20% chance | Dec 5 |
30% chance | Dec 10 |
40% chance | Dec 14 |
50% chance | Dec 19 |
60% chance | Dec 24 |
70% chance | Dec 29 |
80% chance | Jan 4 |
90% chance | Jan 16 |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: LEVELLAND (USC00415183)