Flomaton, AL frost dates
How Flomaton compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Flomaton falls between February 17 and April 1, a 43-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 7.
- The median last frost is 13 days earlier than the Alabama median of Mar 23.
- Its 250-day growing season is longer than 80% of the 574 Alabama places with a regular frost season (state median 231 days).
- The last frost is 6 days earlier than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 48 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Pensacola, FL, 67 km away, the last frost here is 24 days later than there and the growing season is 48 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 17 |
| 50% (median) | March 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 15 |
| 90% (late) | December 7 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Flomaton, AL
Flomaton, AL frost dates — last frost Mar 10, first frost Nov 15, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Flomaton, AL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Feb 10 – Mar 17 | Sep 20 – Oct 18 |
| Kale | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Broccoli | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Cabbage | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | Aug 9 – Aug 30 |
| Okra | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — |
| Basil | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 3 – Mar 17 | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | — | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Sep 6 – Sep 20 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | — | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 17 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 17 | Sep 6 – Sep 20 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Sep 6 – Sep 20 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 1 – Dec 6 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Brewton 3 Sse, AL weather station, 20 km away (elevation 85 ft (26 m)).
Frost dates near Flomaton
- Brewton Mar 15 · Nov 15
- Atmore Feb 28 · Nov 27
- Huxford Feb 28 · Nov 27
- Range Mar 10 · Nov 17
- Lenox Mar 10 · Nov 17
- Goodway Feb 28 · Nov 27
- Castleberry Mar 10 · Nov 17
- Perdido Feb 28 · Nov 25
- Megargel Feb 28 · Nov 27
- Uriah Feb 28 · Nov 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Flomaton, AL?
The median last spring frost in Flomaton, AL is March 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Flomaton, AL?
The median first fall frost is November 15, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Flomaton, AL?
About 250 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Flomaton, AL?
Flomaton, AL is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.