Arcadia, FL frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 5 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Arcadia compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Arcadia fall between January 4 and February 7. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 8, or the last frost as late as March 10.
- Compared with Port Charlotte, FL, 31 km away, the last frost here is 17 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 8 |
| 50% (median) | February 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 8 |
| 50% (median) | January 4 |
| 90% (late) | February 6 |
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 Arcadia, FL
Arcadia, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 7, first frost Jan 4, 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 Arcadia, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 15 – Nov 29 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 29 – Dec 13 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 29 – Dec 13 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Jan 10 – Feb 14 | Nov 9 – Dec 7 |
| Kale | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Oct 26 – Nov 16 |
| Broccoli | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | — | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Cabbage | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | — | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Okra | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — |
| Basil | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 17 | Oct 12 – Nov 2 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 17 | Nov 9 – Nov 30 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 3 – Feb 14 | Nov 23 – Dec 14 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | — | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | — | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Oct 12 – Oct 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 21 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 14 | Nov 9 – Nov 30 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 25 |
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 Arcadia, FL weather station, 8 km away (elevation 26 ft (8 m)).
ZIP codes in Arcadia: 34265 34266 34269
Frost dates near Arcadia
- Nocatee Feb 7 · Jan 4
- Fort Ogden Feb 7 · Jan 4
- Punta Gorda Jan 22 · Jan 10
- Murdock Jan 21 · Jan 14
- Ona Feb 4 · Jan 8
- Port Charlotte Jan 21 · Jan 14
- North Port Feb 1 · Jan 6
- Myakka City Feb 1 · Jan 6
- Zolfo Springs Feb 4 · Jan 8
- El Jobean Jan 21 · Jan 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Arcadia, FL?
The median last spring frost in Arcadia, FL is February 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Arcadia, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 4, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 8.
How long is the growing season in Arcadia, FL?
About 331 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Arcadia, FL?
Arcadia, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.