Nokomis, FL frost dates
Last spring frostJan 25median date
First fall frostJan 19median date
Growing season359 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone10aZone 10a
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 1 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Nokomis compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Nokomis fall between January 19 and January 25. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 28, or the last frost as late as February 15.
- Compared with Sarasota, FL, 20 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 3 |
| 50% (median) | January 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 28 |
| 50% (median) | January 19 |
| 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 Nokomis, FL
Nokomis, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 25, first frost Jan 19, 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.
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Start indoors: Nov 2 to Nov 16Transplant outside: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Dec 28 to Jan 11
Start indoors: Nov 16 to Nov 30Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 22
Start indoors: Nov 16 to Nov 30Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 22
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Feb 1 to Feb 15
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Jan 4 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Feb 1Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Nov 24 to Dec 22
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Dec 28 to Jan 11Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Plant for fall: Nov 10 to Dec 1
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Jan 11 to Jan 25Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 3
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Jan 4 to Jan 18Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 3
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Jan 11 to Jan 25Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 3
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Feb 15 to Mar 1Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Feb 1 to Feb 15
Sow outdoors: Dec 14 to Jan 4Sow outdoors: Dec 14 to Jan 4Plant for fall: Oct 27 to Nov 17
Sow outdoors: Dec 14 to Jan 4Sow outdoors: Dec 14 to Jan 4Plant for fall: Nov 24 to Dec 15
Sow outdoors: Dec 21 to Feb 1Sow outdoors: Dec 21 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Dec 8 to Dec 29
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 15Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Nov 3 to Nov 17
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Nov 10 to Nov 24
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Feb 22
Sow outdoors: Jan 4 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Oct 27 to Nov 10
Sow outdoors: Jan 4 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Nov 10 to Nov 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 4 to Jan 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Feb 8Plant for fall: Nov 10 to Nov 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Nov 24 to Dec 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Nov 3 to Nov 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15
Transplant outside: Feb 8 to Mar 1
Plant for fall: Jan 5 to Feb 9
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Nokomis, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 2 – Nov 16 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Dec 28 – Feb 1 | Nov 24 – Dec 22 |
| Kale | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Nov 10 – Dec 1 |
| Broccoli | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cabbage | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cauliflower | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Okra | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Basil | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Oct 27 – Nov 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Nov 24 – Dec 15 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 21 – Feb 1 | Dec 8 – Dec 29 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Nov 3 – Nov 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Nov 10 – Nov 24 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Oct 27 – Nov 10 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Nov 10 – Nov 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Nov 10 – Nov 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Nov 24 – Dec 15 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Nov 3 – Nov 17 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 9 |
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 Venice, FL weather station, 5 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
ZIP codes in Nokomis: 34274 34275
Frost dates near Nokomis
- Laurel Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Osprey Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Venice Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Englewood Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Sarasota Jan 15 · Jan 10
- North Port Feb 1 · Jan 6
- Tallevast Jan 15 · Jan 10
- Manasota Jan 16 · Jan 11
- El Jobean Jan 21 · Jan 14
- Rotonda West Jan 21 · Jan 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Nokomis, FL?
The median last spring frost in Nokomis, FL is January 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Nokomis, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 28.
How long is the growing season in Nokomis, FL?
About 359 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Nokomis, FL?
Nokomis, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.