Fayetteville, NC Frost Dates

The last spring frost in Fayetteville usually comes around March 30 and the first fall frost around November 10.

Spring (last)Fall (first)
Frost, 32°FMarch 30November 10
Hard freeze, 28°FMarch 16November 23

Growing season: about 227 days.

Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Fayetteville, NC?

The median date of the last spring frost (32°F) is March 30. In half of years the last frost comes earlier and in half it comes later, so waiting a week or two past March 30 lowers the risk for tender plants.

When is the first frost in Fayetteville?

The median date of the first fall frost (32°F) is November 10, and a hard freeze (28°F) usually follows around November 23.

How long is the growing season in Fayetteville?

About 227 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.

NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station USC00313017. Median (50% probability) dates. Low spots and valleys can frost later in spring and earlier in fall than the station.

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