Istachatta, FL frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 6 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Istachatta compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Istachatta fall between January 3 and February 3. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 7, or the last frost as late as March 3.
- Compared with Spring Hill, FL, 33 km away, the last frost here is 2 days earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | February 3 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 7 |
| 50% (median) | January 3 |
| 90% (late) | February 4 |
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 Istachatta, FL
Istachatta, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 3, first frost Jan 3, zone 9a. 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 Istachatta, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 11 – Nov 25 | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 25 – Dec 9 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 25 – Dec 9 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Jan 6 – Feb 10 | Nov 8 – Dec 6 |
| Kale | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Oct 25 – Nov 15 |
| Broccoli | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cabbage | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Okra | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — |
| Basil | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 23 – Jan 13 | Oct 11 – Nov 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 23 – Jan 13 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 30 – Feb 10 | Nov 22 – Dec 13 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | — | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | — | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 10 | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 10 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 3 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 3 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 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 Brooksville Chin Hill, FL weather station, 10 km away (elevation 240 ft (73 m)).
Frost dates near Istachatta
- Nobleton Feb 3 · Jan 3
- Floral City Mar 3 · Dec 5
- Bushnell Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Lake Panasoffkee Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Brooksville Mar 1 · Dec 5
- Webster Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Inverness Mar 3 · Dec 5
- Sumterville Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Trilby Jan 31 · Jan 8
- Lacoochee Jan 31 · Jan 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Istachatta, FL?
The median last spring frost in Istachatta, FL is February 3. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 3, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Istachatta, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 7.
How long is the growing season in Istachatta, FL?
About 334 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Istachatta, FL?
Istachatta, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.