Temecula, 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 Temecula compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Temecula 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.
- Compared with Oceanside, CA, 38 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there.
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 Temecula, CA
Temecula, 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 Temecula, 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, 8 km away (elevation 1,142 ft (348 m)).
ZIP codes in Temecula: 92589 92590 92591 92592 92593
Frost dates near Temecula
- Murrieta Feb 2 · Jan 30
- Winchester Jan 31 · Dec 10
- Pala Feb 2 · Jan 30
- Wildomar Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Fallbrook Feb 2 · Jan 30
- Menifee Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Bonsall Jan 30 · Jan 7
- Quail Valley Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Sun City Jan 28 · Dec 18
- Lake Elsinore Jan 28 · Dec 18
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Temecula, CA?
The median last spring frost in Temecula, 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 Temecula, 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 Temecula, CA?
About 362 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Temecula, CA?
Temecula, CA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.