Frost dates in New Orleans, LA

The average last spring frost in New Orleans is around January 20 and the first fall frost is around December 20. That gives New Orleans an average growing season of about 335 days.

Last spring frost

Early (10% chance after)January 8
Average (50%)January 20
Late (90%)February 17

First fall frost

Early (10%)November 30
Average (50%)December 20
Late (90% chance before)December 26

See the New Orleans planting calendar →