Frost dates in Carter County, Kentucky

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The average last spring frost in Carter County falls Apr 24 to May 2 and the average first fall frost Oct 11 to Oct 18, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 6b. Places: Grayson, Olive Hill. 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
41132		Apr 27	Oct 17	6b
41142		Apr 24	Oct 18	6b
41143	Grayson	May 2	Oct 11	6b
41146		Apr 27	Oct 17	6b
41164	Olive Hill	Apr 24	Oct 18	6b
41181		May 2	Oct 11	6b

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