Old Town, FL frost dates
Last spring frostMar 6median date
First fall frostNov 26median date
Growing season265 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Old Town compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Old Town falls between February 10 and March 31, a 49-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 8 and December 21.
- The median last frost is 3 days later than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 265-day growing season is longer than 30% 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 24 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Gainesville, FL, 63 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there and the growing season is 9 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 10 |
| 50% (median) | March 6 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 31 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 8 |
| 50% (median) | November 26 |
| 90% (late) | December 21 |
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 Old Town, FL
Old Town, FL frost dates — last frost Mar 6, first frost Nov 26, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 12 to Dec 26Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 29
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Sow outdoors: Jan 23 to Feb 13Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 23 to Feb 13Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 22
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Oct 15 to Nov 5
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Mar 27Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Sep 24
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Feb 6 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 10
Plant for fall: Nov 12 to Dec 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Old Town, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 12 – Dec 26 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 6 – Mar 13 | Oct 1 – Oct 29 |
| Kale | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Broccoli | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Cabbage | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Okra | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Basil | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 30 – Mar 13 | Oct 15 – Nov 5 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Mar 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 12 – Dec 17 |
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 Cross City 1 E, FL weather station, 11 km away (elevation 43 ft (13 m)).
Frost dates near Old Town
- Bell Mar 14 · Nov 22
- Trenton Mar 14 · Nov 22
- Cross City Mar 6 · Nov 26
- Chiefland Feb 28 · Dec 2
- Branford Mar 14 · Nov 22
- Horseshoe Beach Mar 6 · Nov 26
- Steinhatchee Mar 6 · Nov 26
- Suwannee Feb 28 · Dec 2
- Newberry Mar 4 · Dec 4
- Fort White Mar 13 · Nov 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Old Town, FL?
The median last spring frost in Old Town, FL is March 6. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 31, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Old Town, FL?
The median first fall frost is November 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 8.
How long is the growing season in Old Town, FL?
About 265 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Old Town, FL?
Old Town, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.