Frost dates in Orange County, North Carolina
The average last spring frost in Orange County falls Mar 31 to Apr 6 and the average first fall frost Nov 1 to Nov 4, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 8a. Places: Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Efland, Hillsborough. Pick a ZIP for 10% and 90% odds, soil temperature and the 7-day freeze forecast.
| ZIP | Place | Last spring frost | First fall frost | Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27231 | Mar 31 | Nov 4 | 8a | |
| 27243 | Efland | Apr 6 | Nov 1 | 8a |
| 27278 | Hillsborough | Apr 2 | Nov 4 | 8a |
| 27510 | Carrboro | Mar 31 | Nov 3 | 8a |
| 27514 | Chapel Hill | Mar 31 | Nov 4 | 8a |
| 27516 | Chapel Hill | Mar 31 | Nov 3 | 8a |
| 27599 | Chapel Hill | Mar 31 | Nov 3 | 8a |
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