Caryville, FL frost dates
How Caryville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Caryville falls between February 8 and March 25, a 45-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 4 and December 12.
- The median last frost is 2 days later than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 258-day growing season is longer than 20% 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 28 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Dothan, AL, 67 km away, the last frost here is 4 days later than there and the growing season is 10 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 8 |
| 50% (median) | March 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 4 |
| 50% (median) | November 18 |
| 90% (late) | December 12 |
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 Caryville, FL
Caryville, FL frost dates — last frost Mar 5, first frost Nov 18, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Caryville, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Feb 5 – Mar 12 | Sep 23 – Oct 21 |
| Kale | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Broccoli | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Cabbage | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 2 |
| Okra | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — |
| Basil | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Aug 26 – Sep 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 29 – Mar 12 | Oct 7 – Oct 28 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 4 – Dec 9 |
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 Bonifay Tri Co Ap, FL weather station, 24 km away (elevation 85 ft (26 m)).
Frost dates near Caryville
- Vernon Mar 5 · Nov 21
- Ponce De Leon Feb 28 · Nov 28
- Bonifay Mar 5 · Nov 18
- Westville Mar 10 · Nov 20
- Argyle Feb 28 · Nov 28
- Wausau Mar 5 · Nov 21
- Chipley Mar 5 · Nov 21
- Ebro Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Noma Mar 5 · Nov 18
- Defuniak Springs Feb 28 · Nov 28
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Caryville, FL?
The median last spring frost in Caryville, FL is March 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Caryville, FL?
The median first fall frost is November 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 4.
How long is the growing season in Caryville, FL?
About 258 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Caryville, FL?
Caryville, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.