Edgewater, FL frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 2 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Edgewater compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Edgewater fall between January 9 and January 28. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 19, or the last frost as late as February 28.
- Compared with Port Orange, FL, 22 km away, the last frost here is 6 days earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 26 |
| 50% (median) | January 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 19 |
| 50% (median) | January 9 |
| 90% (late) | February 18 |
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 Edgewater, FL
Edgewater, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 28, first frost Jan 9, zone 10a. 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 Edgewater, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 5 – Nov 19 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Dec 31 – Feb 4 | Nov 14 – Dec 12 |
| Kale | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Oct 31 – Nov 21 |
| Broccoli | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cabbage | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Okra | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — |
| Basil | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Oct 17 – Nov 7 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Nov 14 – Dec 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 24 – Feb 4 | Nov 28 – Dec 19 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 17 – Oct 31 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 7 – Jan 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | Nov 14 – Dec 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 26 – Jan 30 |
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 New Smyrna Bch - Marine Discov, FL weather station, 8 km away (elevation 16 ft (5 m)).
ZIP codes in Edgewater: 32132 32141
Frost dates near Edgewater
- New Smyrna Beach Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Oak Hill Feb 10 · Jan 8
- Scottsmoor Feb 10 · Jan 8
- Port Orange Feb 3 · Jan 9
- Osteen Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Deltona Feb 17 · Dec 30
- Daytona Beach Jan 30 · Jan 8
- Mims Feb 10 · Jan 8
- Geneva Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Lake Helen Feb 17 · Dec 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Edgewater, FL?
The median last spring frost in Edgewater, FL is January 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 28, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Edgewater, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 9, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 19.
How long is the growing season in Edgewater, FL?
About 346 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Edgewater, FL?
Edgewater, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.