Frost Dates for Atlanta, GA 30349

Last spring frost March 29 · First fall frost November 6 · 222 frost-free days · USDA Zone 8a

Frost probability for 30349

Frost10%50%90%
Spring (last frost)April 15March 29March 13
Fall (first frost)October 22November 6November 20

Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at the nearest reporting station (45.9 km away); the 50% date is the median year.

Frost dates by ZIP code in Atlanta, GA

ZIPLast spring frost (50%)First fall frost (50%)Zone
30349March 29November 68a
30331April 4November 48a
30318April 4November 58a
30319April 4November 58a
30328April 4November 58a
30338April 4November 58a
30341April 4November 58a
30344March 29November 68a
30339April 4November 58a
30350April 4November 58a
30316March 28November 118a
30311March 29November 68a
30315March 29November 68a
30342April 4November 58a
30309April 4November 58a
30340March 28November 118a
30324April 4November 58a
30305April 4November 58a
30329April 4November 58a
30310March 29November 68a
30312March 29November 68a
30345March 28November 118a
30306March 29November 68a
30327April 4November 58a
30314April 4November 58a
30308March 29November 68a
30307March 29November 68a
30360April 4November 58a
30354March 29November 68a
30317March 28November 118a
30313March 29November 68a
30337March 29November 68b
30326April 4November 58a
30303March 29November 68a
30346April 4November 58a
30363April 4November 58a
30332April 4November 5Zone 6b
30322March 28November 118a
30336April 4November 58a
30334March 29November 6Zone 7a

Month by month in Atlanta

MonthWhat to do
JanuaryStart peppers and eggplant indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost (around March 29). Start tomatoes about two weeks later, 6–8 weeks before last frost.
FebruaryStart herbs, basil, and squash indoors (4–6 weeks before frost). Direct sow peas, spinach, and lettuce if soil is workable.
MarchLast frost around March 29. Transplant cold-hardy crops (broccoli, kale, cabbage). Harden off tomato and pepper seedlings.
AprilFrost has passed. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, and basil outdoors. Direct sow beans, cucumbers, squash, and zucchini.
MaySuccession plant lettuce and greens. Keep beds weeded and watered consistently.
JuneHarvest regularly to encourage production. Monitor for pests and disease.
JulyMidsummer: harvest beans, zucchini, cucumbers. Start brassica seeds indoors for fall.
AugustDirect sow carrots and beets for fall harvest. Start fall broccoli and kale indoors.
SeptemberDirect sow carrots and beets for fall harvest. Start fall broccoli and kale indoors.
OctoberFirst fall frost approaching (around November 6). Transplant fall brassicas. Sow spinach, arugula, and radishes.
NovemberFirst frost around November 6. Harvest tomatoes and peppers before frost. Cover cold-hardy crops with row covers to extend the season.
DecemberHarvest remaining cold-hardy crops: kale, carrots, and beets. Plant garlic bulbs for next year.

What grows in a 222-day season

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last frost date for Atlanta, GA (ZIP 30349)?

The median last spring frost date for Atlanta, GA (ZIP code 30349) is around March 29. This is the 50th-percentile date — meaning half of all years see frost end before this date. Use the 10% and 90% dates to understand the full range of risk in your area.

What is the first fall frost date in Atlanta, GA?

The median first fall frost date for Atlanta, GA is around November 6. Plan to harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops like tomatoes and peppers at least a week before this date to avoid losses.

How long is the growing season in Atlanta, GA?

The frost-free growing season in Atlanta is about 222 days. This window — from your last spring frost to your first fall frost — is when warm-season vegetables thrive. Cold-hardy crops like kale, spinach, and peas can extend your season by weeks on either side.

What USDA hardiness zone is Atlanta, GA?

Based on frost date patterns, Atlanta falls approximately in 8a. USDA hardiness zones are determined by average annual minimum winter temperatures and guide both plant selection and planting timing for your location.

When should I start tomatoes indoors in Atlanta, GA?

Start tomato seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date (around March 29). For Atlanta, that's roughly February 2 to February 16. Transplant outdoors 1–2 weeks after your last frost.

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