North Palm Beach, FL frost dates
Last spring frostJan 26median date
First fall frostJan 16median date
Growing season355 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone10bZone 10b
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 0 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How North Palm Beach compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in North Palm Beach fall between January 16 and January 26. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 27, or the last frost as late as February 15.
- Compared with Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 8 km away, the last frost here is 5 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 26 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 27 |
| 50% (median) | January 16 |
| 90% (late) | February 12 |
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 North Palm Beach, FL
North Palm Beach, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 26, first frost Jan 16, zone 10b. 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 3 to Nov 17Transplant outside: Dec 29 to Jan 12Transplant outside: Dec 29 to Jan 12
Start indoors: Nov 17 to Dec 1Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 23
Start indoors: Nov 17 to Dec 1Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 23
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Feb 2 to Feb 16
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Jan 5 to Jan 19Sow outdoors: Dec 29 to Feb 2Sow outdoors: Dec 29 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Nov 21 to Dec 19
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Dec 29 to Jan 12Transplant outside: Dec 29 to Jan 12Sow outdoors: Dec 29 to Jan 12Sow outdoors: Dec 29 to Jan 12Plant for fall: Nov 7 to Nov 28
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Jan 12 to Jan 26Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Jan 5 to Jan 19Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Jan 12 to Jan 26Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Start indoors: Dec 15 to Dec 29Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2Sow outdoors: Feb 16 to Mar 2
Start indoors: Dec 15 to Dec 29Transplant outside: Feb 2 to Feb 16
Sow outdoors: Dec 15 to Jan 5Sow outdoors: Dec 15 to Jan 5Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 14
Sow outdoors: Dec 15 to Jan 5Sow outdoors: Dec 15 to Jan 5Plant for fall: Nov 21 to Dec 12
Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Feb 2Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Dec 5 to Dec 26
Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 16Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Nov 14
Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Plant for fall: Nov 7 to Nov 21
Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16
Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 5 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 7
Sow outdoors: Jan 5 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Nov 7 to Nov 21
Sow outdoors: Jan 5 to Jan 26
Sow outdoors: Jan 12 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Nov 7 to Nov 21
Sow outdoors: Jan 12 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Nov 21 to Dec 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 23Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Nov 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16
Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Mar 2
Plant for fall: Jan 2 to Feb 6
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in North Palm Beach, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 3 – Nov 17 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 17 – Dec 1 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 17 – Dec 1 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Dec 29 – Feb 2 | Nov 21 – Dec 19 |
| Kale | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Nov 7 – Nov 28 |
| Broccoli | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Cabbage | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Okra | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — |
| Basil | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 15 – Jan 5 | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 15 – Jan 5 | Nov 21 – Dec 12 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 22 – Feb 2 | Dec 5 – Dec 26 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 16 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Nov 7 – Nov 21 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 2 | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 2 | Nov 7 – Nov 21 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 5 – Jan 26 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Nov 7 – Nov 21 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | Nov 21 – Dec 12 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 23 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Jan 2 – Feb 6 |
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 Juno Beach, FL weather station, 3 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
Frost dates near North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens Jan 21 · Jan 15
- Palm Beach rare frost
- West Palm Beach rare frost
- Jupiter Jan 26 · Jan 16
- Royal Palm Beach rare frost
- Greenacres rare frost
- Loxahatchee Jan 21 · Jan 15
- Lake Worth rare frost
- Wellington rare frost
- Hobe Sound Jan 26 · Jan 15
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in North Palm Beach, FL?
The median last spring frost in North Palm Beach, FL is January 26. 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 North Palm Beach, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 16, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 27.
How long is the growing season in North Palm Beach, FL?
About 355 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is North Palm Beach, FL?
North Palm Beach, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10b.