Frost Dates for Mabopane, Gauteng, South Africa

Coordinates: -25.507, 28.108

Growing Season

The last spring air frost in Mabopane, Gauteng, South Africa typically occurs around Aug 2, and the first autumn air frost around May 15. This gives a frost-free growing season of approximately -79 days.

USDA Hardiness Zone

This location falls in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, where the average annual extreme minimum temperature is -6.7 to -3.9°C (20 to 25°F). This zone rating helps gardeners determine which perennial plants are likely to survive winter.

Temperature Overview

The coldest month is July, with an average low of 8°C (46°F). The warmest month is January, with an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Frost Risk Breakdown

Frost dates at three temperature thresholds: Air frost (0°C / 32°F): Aug 2 (last spring) to May 15 (first autumn). Light ground frost (-1°C / 30°F): Jul 10 (last spring) to Jun 5 (first autumn).

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USDA Growing Zone: USDA Growing Zone - 9a

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Current Risk Level: Air Frost possible

for today based on past data only.

We predict a frost free growing season at your location from Aug 2 to May 15, which provides approximately 285 frost free days.

For the less tender plants, or if you are planning to protect your plants with fleece etc, your growing season could stretch from Jul 10 to Jun 5, which provides a total of 330 days for growing.

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