The last 36°F Spring frost date is 30% likely to be on May 25. (See detailed probabilities below.)
The last 32°F light freeze date is 30% likely to be on Apr 26. (See detailed probabilities below.)
(See also 🍂 First Fall Frost Dates.)
Last frost date probabilities for Gonzales, 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 | Jun 9 |
| 20% chance | May 31 |
| 30% chance | May 25 |
| 40% chance | May 20 |
| 50% chance | May 15 |
| 60% chance | May 9 |
| 70% chance | May 3 |
| 80% chance | Apr 29 |
| 90% chance | Apr 23 |
| Probability of light freeze (32°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | May 10 |
| 20% chance | Apr 30 |
| 30% chance | Apr 26 |
| 40% chance | Apr 21 |
| 50% chance | Apr 16 |
| 60% chance | Apr 10 |
| 70% chance | Apr 5 |
| 80% chance | Mar 30 |
| 90% chance | Mar 16 |
| Probability of moderate freeze (28°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Apr 6 |
| 20% chance | Mar 28 |
| 30% chance | Mar 20 |
| 40% chance | Mar 10 |
| 50% chance | Mar 1 |
| 60% chance | Feb 25 |
| 70% chance | Feb 18 |
| 80% chance | Feb 11 |
| 90% chance | Jan 31 |
| Probability of moderate hard freeze (24°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Feb 23 |
| 20% chance | Feb 12 |
| 30% chance | Feb 5 |
| 40% chance | Jan 31 |
| 50% chance | Jan 22 |
| 60% chance | Jan 13 |
| 70% chance | Jan 5 |
| 80% chance | Dec 30 |
| 90% chance | Dec 20 |
| Probability of hard freeze (20°F) on or after… | |
|---|---|
| 10% chance | Feb 3 |
| 20% chance | Jan 22 |
| 30% chance | Jan 13 |
| 40% chance | Jan 6 |
| 50% chance | Jan 1 |
| 60% chance | Dec 29 |
| 70% chance | Dec 23 |
| 80% chance | Dec 16 |
| 90% chance | Dec 9 |
| 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: PAICINES 4 W (USC00046610)