Frost dates in Rutherford County, North Carolina
The average last spring frost in Rutherford County falls Apr 5 to Apr 12 and the average first fall frost Oct 25 to Nov 1, depending on the ZIP code (50% odds, 32°F, NOAA 1991–2020 normals). USDA hardiness zone 7b to 8a. Places: Bostic, Caroleen, Chimney Rock Village, Cliffside, Ellenboro, Forest City. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28018 | Bostic | Apr 11 | Oct 27 | 7b |
| 28019 | Caroleen | Apr 11 | Oct 27 | 8a |
| 28024 | Cliffside | Apr 12 | Oct 25 | 8a |
| 28040 | Ellenboro | Apr 12 | Oct 25 | 8a |
| 28043 | Forest City | Apr 11 | Oct 27 | 8a |
| 28074 | Apr 11 | Oct 27 | 8a | |
| 28076 | Henrietta | Apr 12 | Oct 25 | 8a |
| 28139 | Rutherfordton | Apr 11 | Oct 27 | 8a |
| 28160 | Spindale | Apr 11 | Oct 27 | 8a |
| 28167 | Apr 5 | Nov 1 | 7b | |
| 28720 | Chimney Rock Village | Apr 5 | Oct 30 | 7b |
| 28746 | Lake Lure | Apr 5 | Oct 30 | 8a |
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