Mims, FL frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 4 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Mims compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Mims fall between January 8 and February 10. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 14, or the last frost as late as March 10.
- Compared with Sanford, FL, 41 km away, the last frost here is 15 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 7 |
| 50% (median) | February 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 14 |
| 50% (median) | January 8 |
| 90% (late) | February 9 |
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 Mims, FL
Mims, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 10, 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 Mims, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 18 – Dec 2 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Jan 13 – Feb 17 | Nov 13 – Dec 11 |
| Kale | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Broccoli | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cabbage | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Okra | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — |
| Basil | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 6 – Feb 17 | Nov 27 – Dec 18 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 24 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — | — |
| 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 Scottsmoor 2.5 Ssw, FL weather station, 4 km away (elevation 43 ft (13 m)).
Frost dates near Mims
- Scottsmoor Feb 10 · Jan 8
- Titusville Jan 25 · Jan 13
- Oak Hill Feb 10 · Jan 8
- Christmas Jan 25 · Jan 13
- Geneva Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Edgewater Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Oviedo Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Osteen Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Cocoa Jan 29 · Jan 16
- New Smyrna Beach Jan 28 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Mims, FL?
The median last spring frost in Mims, FL is February 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Mims, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 14.
How long is the growing season in Mims, FL?
About 332 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Mims, FL?
Mims, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.