Murrieta, CA frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 0 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Murrieta compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Murrieta fall between January 30 and February 2. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 23, or the last frost as late as February 24.
- Murrieta shares its weather station with Temecula, CA, 10 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 26 |
| 50% (median) | February 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 23 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 90% (late) | February 24 |
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 Murrieta, CA
Murrieta, CA frost dates — last frost Feb 2, first frost Jan 30, zone 9b. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
When to plant vegetables in Murrieta, CA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 10 – Nov 24 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Jan 5 – Feb 9 | Dec 5 – Jan 2 |
| Kale | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Nov 21 – Dec 12 |
| Broccoli | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Cabbage | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Okra | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — |
| Basil | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Nov 7 – Nov 28 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Dec 5 – Dec 26 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 29 – Feb 9 | Dec 19 – Jan 9 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Nov 14 – Nov 28 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Nov 21 – Dec 5 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Nov 7 – Nov 21 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Nov 21 – Dec 5 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Nov 21 – Dec 5 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Dec 5 – Dec 26 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | Nov 14 – Nov 28 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 20 |
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 Fallbrook 5 Ne, CA weather station, 14 km away (elevation 1,142 ft (348 m)).
ZIP codes in Murrieta: 92562 92563 92564
Frost dates near Murrieta
- Wildomar Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Temecula Feb 2 · Jan 30
- Menifee Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Winchester Jan 31 · Dec 10
- Lake Elsinore Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Quail Valley Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Sun City Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Fallbrook Feb 2 · Jan 30
- Homeland Jan 31 · Dec 10
- Pala Feb 2 · Jan 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Murrieta, CA?
The median last spring frost in Murrieta, CA is February 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Murrieta, CA?
The median first fall frost is January 30, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 23.
How long is the growing season in Murrieta, CA?
About 362 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Murrieta, CA?
Murrieta, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.