Earliest, Latest and Average Last Freeze Dates

Earliest, Latest and Average Last Freeze Dates for North and Central Georgia

The average last freeze date, where the minimum temperature is 32°F or less is in March, but it has occurred as early as February and as late as April. Per a request from our agricultural partners, our frost freeze program will begin March 1 2013.

Frost and Freeze Products

Freeze Watch: A 50% or greater chance of minimum temperatures at or below 32°F during the growing season - issued up to 48 hours in advance.

Frost Advisory: An 80% or greater chance of a significant frost with minimum temperatures of 33°F - 36°F - issued up to 24 hours in advance.

Freeze Warning: An 80% or greater chance of minimum temperatures at or below 32°F during the growing season - issued up to 24 hours in advance.

Last Freeze Dates
	Earliest Occurrence	Latest Occurrence	Average
Athens	February 27, 1991 and 1918	April 21, 1953	March 26
Atlanta	February 5, 1880	April 25, 1910	March 23
Columbus	February 7, 2000	April 21, 1953	March 15
Macon	February 6, 1918	April 20, 1983	March 16