Groveland, FL frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 3 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Groveland compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Groveland fall between January 11 and January 29. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 21, or the last frost as late as February 26.
- Compared with The Villages, FL, 42 km away, the last frost here is 4 days earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 2 |
| 50% (median) | January 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 21 |
| 50% (median) | January 11 |
| 90% (late) | February 8 |
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 Groveland, FL
Groveland, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 29, first frost Jan 11, 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 Groveland, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 6 – Nov 20 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 20 – Dec 4 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 20 – Dec 4 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Jan 1 – Feb 5 | Nov 16 – Dec 14 |
| Kale | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cabbage | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Okra | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Basil | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 8 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 8 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 25 – Feb 5 | Nov 30 – Dec 21 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 8 – Feb 5 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 8 – Feb 5 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 8 – Jan 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 5 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 26 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 28 – Feb 1 |
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 Clermont 9 S, FL weather station, 19 km away (elevation 131 ft (40 m)).
Frost dates near Groveland
- Mascotte Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Clermont Jan 29 · Jan 11
- Minneola Jan 29 · Jan 11
- Center Hill Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Howey In The Hills Jan 26 · Jan 9
- Ferndale Jan 29 · Jan 11
- Montverde Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Webster Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Yalaha Jan 26 · Jan 9
- Okahumpka Jan 26 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Groveland, FL?
The median last spring frost in Groveland, FL is January 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Groveland, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 21.
How long is the growing season in Groveland, FL?
About 347 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Groveland, FL?
Groveland, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.