Port Saint Joe, FL frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 9 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Port Saint Joe compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Port Saint Joe fall between December 18 and February 15. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 21, or the last frost as late as March 11.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 17 |
| 50% (median) | February 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 21 |
| 50% (median) | December 18 |
| 90% (late) | January 17 |
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 Port Saint Joe, FL
Port Saint Joe, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 15, first frost Dec 18, zone 9b. 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 Port Saint Joe, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Jan 18 – Feb 22 | Oct 23 – Nov 20 |
| Kale | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Broccoli | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cabbage | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Okra | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — |
| Basil | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | Oct 23 – Nov 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 22 | Nov 6 – Nov 27 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | — | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | — | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 22 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 22 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 1 – Mar 1 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Oct 23 – Nov 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 4 – Jan 8 |
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 Apalachicola Ap, FL weather station, 27 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
ZIP codes in Port Saint Joe: 32456 32457
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Port Saint Joe, FL?
The median last spring frost in Port Saint Joe, FL is February 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 11, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Port Saint Joe, FL?
The median first fall frost is December 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 21.
How long is the growing season in Port Saint Joe, FL?
About 306 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Port Saint Joe, FL?
Port Saint Joe, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.