The last 36°F Spring frost date is 30% likely to be on Mar 31. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The last 32°F light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Feb 20. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also 🍂 First Fall Frost Dates.)
Last frost date probabilities for Escondido, CA 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 13 |
| 20% chance | Apr 5 |
| 30% chance | Mar 31 |
| 40% chance | Mar 26 |
| 50% chance | Mar 20 |
| 60% chance | Mar 13 |
| 70% chance | Mar 6 |
| 80% chance | Feb 27 |
| 90% chance | Feb 15 |
| Probability of light freeze (32°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Mar 10 |
| 20% chance | Feb 28 |
| 30% chance | Feb 20 |
| 40% chance | Feb 14 |
| 50% chance | Feb 8 |
| 60% chance | Feb 2 |
| 70% chance | Jan 29 |
| 80% chance | Jan 20 |
| 90% chance | Jan 9 |
| Probability of moderate freeze (28°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Feb 9 |
| 20% chance | Feb 1 |
| 30% chance | Jan 25 |
| 40% chance | Jan 17 |
| 50% chance | Jan 10 |
| 60% chance | Jan 4 |
| 70% chance | Dec 30 |
| 80% chance | Dec 25 |
| 90% chance | Dec 15 |
| Probability of moderate hard freeze (24°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Jan 27 |
| 20% chance | Jan 16 |
| 30% chance | Jan 10 |
| 40% chance | Jan 5 |
| 50% chance | Jan 2 |
| 60% chance | Dec 28 |
| 70% chance | Dec 23 |
| 80% chance | Dec 18 |
| 90% chance | Dec 11 |
| Probability of hard freeze (20°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | rarely |
| 20% chance | rarely |
| 30% chance | rarely |
| 40% chance | rarely |
| 50% chance | rarely |
| 60% chance | rarely |
| 70% chance | rarely |
| 80% chance | rarely |
| 90% chance | rarely |
| Probability of severe hard freeze (16°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | rarely |
| 20% chance | rarely |
| 30% chance | rarely |
| 40% chance | rarely |
| 50% chance | rarely |
| 60% chance | rarely |
| 70% chance | rarely |
| 80% chance | rarely |
| 90% chance | rarely |
Agricultural climatic data from weather station: SAN PASQUAL ANIMAL PK (USC00047874)