Lacoochee, 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 Lacoochee compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Lacoochee fall between January 8 and January 31. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 10, or the last frost as late as February 28.
- Compared with Spring Hill, FL, 36 km away, the last frost here is 5 days earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 3 |
| 50% (median) | January 31 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 10 |
| 50% (median) | January 8 |
| 90% (late) | February 10 |
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 Lacoochee, FL
Lacoochee, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 31, first frost Jan 8, 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 Lacoochee, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 8 – Nov 22 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Jan 3 – Feb 7 | Nov 13 – Dec 11 |
| Kale | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Broccoli | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cabbage | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Okra | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — |
| Basil | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 27 – Feb 7 | Nov 27 – Dec 18 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 10 – Jan 31 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| 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 Saint Leo, FL weather station, 17 km away (elevation 190 ft (58 m)).
Frost dates near Lacoochee
- Trilby Jan 31 · Jan 8
- Webster Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Dade City Jan 31 · Jan 8
- Saint Leo Jan 31 · Jan 8
- San Antonio Jan 31 · Jan 8
- Nobleton Feb 3 · Jan 3
- Bushnell Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Istachatta Feb 3 · Jan 3
- Brooksville Mar 1 · Dec 5
- Zephyrhills Jan 31 · Jan 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Lacoochee, FL?
The median last spring frost in Lacoochee, FL is January 31. 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 Lacoochee, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 10.
How long is the growing season in Lacoochee, FL?
About 342 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Lacoochee, FL?
Lacoochee, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.