Perry, FL frost dates
Last spring frostMar 5median date
First fall frostNov 25median date
Growing season265 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Perry compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Perry falls between February 8 and March 27, a 47-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 5 and December 25.
- The median last frost is 2 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 27 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Tallahassee, FL, 75 km away, the last frost here is 6 days earlier than there and the growing season is 10 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 8 |
| 50% (median) | March 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 5 |
| 50% (median) | November 25 |
| 90% (late) | December 25 |
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 Perry, FL
Perry, FL frost dates — last frost Mar 5, first frost Nov 25, 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: Sep 30 to Oct 28
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 5 to Feb 19Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 12 to Feb 26Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
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 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 22 to Feb 12Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 21
Sow outdoors: Jan 29 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 4
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Mar 26Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 12Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Sep 30
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 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 12 to Mar 26
Transplant outside: Mar 19 to Apr 9
Plant for fall: Nov 11 to Dec 16
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Perry, 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 | Sep 30 – Oct 28 |
| Kale | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Broccoli | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Cabbage | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| 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 2 – Sep 23 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 29 – Mar 12 | Oct 14 – Nov 4 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| 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 2 – Sep 16 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 11 – Dec 16 |
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 Perry Foley Ap, FL weather station, 6 km away (elevation 46 ft (14 m)).
ZIP codes in Perry: 32347 32348
Frost dates near Perry
- Shady Grove Mar 4 · Nov 26
- Salem Mar 5 · Nov 25
- Day Mar 8 · Nov 25
- Lamont Mar 7 · Nov 23
- Greenville Mar 7 · Nov 23
- Wacissa Feb 25 · Dec 3
- Mayo Mar 8 · Nov 25
- Lee Mar 5 · Nov 29
- Steinhatchee Mar 6 · Nov 26
- Madison Mar 5 · Nov 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Perry, FL?
The median last spring frost in Perry, FL is March 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Perry, FL?
The median first fall frost is November 25, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 5.
How long is the growing season in Perry, FL?
About 265 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Perry, FL?
Perry, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.