Lee, FL frost dates
Last spring frostMar 5median date
First fall frostNov 29median date
Growing season269 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Lee compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Lee falls between February 3 and March 23, a 48-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 10 and December 28.
- The median last frost is 2 days later than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 269-day growing season is longer than 37% of the 174 Florida places with a regular frost season (state median 273 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 23 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Valdosta, GA, 49 km away, the last frost here is the same as there and the growing season is 2 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 3 |
| 50% (median) | March 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 23 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 10 |
| 50% (median) | November 29 |
| 90% (late) | December 28 |
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 Lee, FL
Lee, FL frost dates — last frost Mar 5, first frost Nov 29, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 11 to Dec 25Transplant outside: Feb 5 to Feb 19
Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 12 to Feb 26Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 4 to Nov 1
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 5 to Feb 19Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 12 to Feb 26Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 23 to Sep 13
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Sow outdoors: Jan 22 to Feb 12Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Jan 22 to Feb 12Plant for fall: Oct 4 to Oct 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 29 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 18 to Nov 8
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Sep 27
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 4
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 6 to Sep 20
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 4 to Oct 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 9
Plant for fall: Nov 15 to Dec 20
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Lee, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Feb 5 – Mar 12 | Oct 4 – Nov 1 |
| Kale | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Sep 20 – Oct 11 |
| Broccoli | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Cabbage | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 23 – Sep 13 |
| Okra | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — |
| Basil | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Sep 6 – Sep 27 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 29 – Mar 12 | Oct 18 – Nov 8 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 13 – Sep 27 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 20 – Oct 4 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 6 – Sep 20 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 20 – Oct 4 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 20 – Oct 4 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 13 – Sep 27 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 15 – Dec 20 |
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 Madison, FL weather station, 14 km away (elevation 121 ft (37 m)).
Frost dates near Lee
- Madison Mar 5 · Nov 29
- Jennings Mar 11 · Nov 22
- Day Mar 8 · Nov 25
- Pinetta Mar 5 · Nov 29
- Live Oak Feb 20 · Dec 6
- Greenville Mar 7 · Nov 23
- Shady Grove Mar 4 · Nov 26
- Jasper Mar 11 · Nov 22
- Mc Alpin Feb 20 · Dec 6
- Mayo Mar 8 · Nov 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Lee, FL?
The median last spring frost in Lee, FL is March 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 23, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Lee, FL?
The median first fall frost is November 29, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 10.
How long is the growing season in Lee, FL?
About 269 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Lee, FL?
Lee, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.