Texarkana, AR frost dates
Last spring frostMar 13median date
First fall frostNov 13median date
Growing season245 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Texarkana compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Texarkana falls between February 23 and April 3, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 3.
- The median last frost is 15 days earlier than the Arkansas median of Mar 28.
- Its 245-day growing season is longer than 92% of the 603 Arkansas places with a regular frost season (state median 222 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 37 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Shreveport, LA, 98 km away, the last frost here is 13 days later than there and the growing season is 24 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 23 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 13 |
| 90% (late) | December 3 |
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 Texarkana, AR
Texarkana, AR frost dates — last frost Mar 13, first frost Nov 13, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 17
Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Dec 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Texarkana, AR
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 13 – Mar 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 16 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Okra | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — |
| Basil | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 30 – Dec 4 |
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 Texarkana Webb Fld, AR weather station, 12 km away (elevation 361 ft (110 m)).
Frost dates near Texarkana
- Genoa Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Fouke Mar 13 · Nov 13
- Garland City Mar 19 · Nov 12
- Ogden Mar 24 · Nov 11
- Fulton Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Lewisville Mar 19 · Nov 12
- Stamps Mar 19 · Nov 12
- Ashdown Mar 24 · Nov 11
- Saratoga Mar 26 · Nov 9
- Hope Mar 26 · Nov 6
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Texarkana, AR?
The median last spring frost in Texarkana, AR is March 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 3, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Texarkana, AR?
The median first fall frost is November 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Texarkana, AR?
About 245 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Texarkana, AR?
Texarkana, AR is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.