Frost Dates for Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa

Coordinates: -33.733, 18.967

Growing Season

The last spring air frost in Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa typically occurs around Sep 15, and the first autumn air frost around May 21. This gives a frost-free growing season of approximately -117 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 7°C (45°F). The warmest month is February, with an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Frost Risk Breakdown

Frost dates at three temperature thresholds: Air frost (0°C / 32°F): Sep 15 (last spring) to May 21 (first autumn). Light ground frost (-1°C / 30°F): Aug 17 (last spring) to Jun 21 (first autumn).

We predict your growing zone to be approximately ...

USDA Growing Zone: USDA Growing Zone - 9a

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Current Risk Level: Unlikely (Safest)

for today based on past data only.

We predict a frost free growing season at your location from Sep 15 to May 21, which provides approximately 247 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 Aug 17 to Jun 21, which provides a total of 308 days for growing.

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