Bryceville, FL frost dates
How Bryceville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Bryceville falls between January 30 and March 23, a 52-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 11 and January 7.
- The median last frost is 3 days earlier than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 278-day growing season is longer than 71% of the 174 Florida places with a regular frost season (state median 273 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 24 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Nearby Jacksonville, FL, 32 km away, gets only light, occasional frost, a reminder of how much elevation and distance from the coast matter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 30 |
| 50% (median) | February 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 23 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 11 |
| 50% (median) | December 3 |
| 90% (late) | January 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 Bryceville, FL
Bryceville, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 28, first frost Dec 3, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Bryceville, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Jan 31 – Mar 7 | Oct 8 – Nov 5 |
| Kale | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Broccoli | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Cabbage | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Okra | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — |
| Basil | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 24 – Mar 7 | Oct 22 – Nov 12 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | Mar 14 – Mar 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | — | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | — | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 31 – Feb 7 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 7 – Mar 7 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 7 – Mar 7 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 14 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 19 – Dec 24 |
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 Jackson Whitehouse Nolf, FL weather station, 11 km away (elevation 98 ft (30 m)).
Frost dates near Bryceville
- Callahan Feb 25 · Dec 7
- Macclenny Mar 8 · Dec 1
- Glen Saint Mary Mar 8 · Dec 1
- Hilliard Feb 26 · Dec 7
- Jacksonville Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Sanderson Mar 8 · Dec 1
- Orange Park Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Middleburg Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Doctors Inlet Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Fleming Island Feb 1 · Jan 5
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Bryceville, FL?
The median last spring frost in Bryceville, FL is February 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 23, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Bryceville, FL?
The median first fall frost is December 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 11.
How long is the growing season in Bryceville, FL?
About 278 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Bryceville, FL?
Bryceville, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.