Labelle, 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 Labelle compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Labelle fall between January 8 and February 2. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 16, or the last frost as late as March 11.
- Compared with Lehigh Acres, FL, 27 km away, the last frost here is 16 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 4 |
| 50% (median) | February 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 16 |
| 50% (median) | January 8 |
| 90% (late) | February 11 |
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 Labelle, FL
Labelle, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 2, first frost Jan 8, 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 Labelle, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 10 – Nov 24 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Jan 5 – Feb 9 | Nov 13 – Dec 11 |
| Kale | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Broccoli | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cabbage | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Okra | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — |
| Basil | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 29 – Feb 9 | Nov 27 – Dec 18 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 29 |
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 La Belle, FL weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 16 ft (5 m)).
ZIP codes in Labelle: 33935 33975
Frost dates near Labelle
- Alva Feb 2 · Jan 8
- Felda Jan 23 · Jan 11
- Moore Haven Jan 27 · Jan 11
- Palmdale Jan 27 · Jan 11
- Lehigh Acres Jan 17 · Jan 16
- Immokalee (Collier) Jan 23 · Jan 11
- Venus Feb 1 · Jan 8
- North Fort Myers Jan 16 · Jan 13
- Fort Myers Jan 16 · Jan 13
- Clewiston Jan 27 · Jan 13
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Labelle, FL?
The median last spring frost in Labelle, FL is February 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 11, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Labelle, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 16.
How long is the growing season in Labelle, FL?
About 340 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Labelle, FL?
Labelle, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.