River Ranch, FL frost dates
Last spring frostJan 26median date
First fall frostJan 10median date
Growing season349 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9bZone 9b
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 River Ranch compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in River Ranch fall between January 10 and January 26. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 20, or the last frost as late as February 22.
- Compared with Kissimmee, FL, 61 km away, the last frost here is 2 days earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 2 |
| 50% (median) | January 26 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 20 |
| 50% (median) | January 10 |
| 90% (late) | February 7 |
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 River Ranch, FL
River Ranch, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 26, first frost Jan 10, 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.
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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 15 to Dec 13
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 1 to Nov 22
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Jan 12 to Jan 26Plant for fall: Oct 4 to Oct 25
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Jan 5 to Jan 19Plant for fall: Oct 4 to Oct 25
Start indoors: Dec 1 to Dec 15Transplant outside: Jan 12 to Jan 26Plant for fall: Oct 4 to Oct 25
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 18 to Nov 8
Sow outdoors: Dec 15 to Jan 5Sow outdoors: Dec 15 to Jan 5Plant for fall: Nov 15 to Dec 6
Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Feb 2Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Nov 29 to Dec 20
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 25 to Nov 8
Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 29 to Jan 5Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16Plant for fall: Nov 1 to Nov 15
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 18 to Nov 1
Sow outdoors: Jan 5 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Nov 1 to Nov 15
Sow outdoors: Jan 5 to Jan 26
Sow outdoors: Jan 12 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Nov 1 to Nov 15
Sow outdoors: Jan 12 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Nov 15 to Dec 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 23Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 2 to Feb 16
Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Mar 2
Plant for fall: Dec 27 to Jan 31Plant for fall: Dec 27 to Jan 31
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in River Ranch, 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 15 – Dec 13 |
| Kale | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Nov 1 – Nov 22 |
| Broccoli | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cabbage | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| 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 18 – Nov 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 15 – Jan 5 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 22 – Feb 2 | Nov 29 – Dec 20 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 16 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| 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 18 – Nov 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 2 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 5 – Jan 26 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 23 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 31 |
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 Kenansville, FL weather station, 19 km away (elevation 62 ft (19 m)).
Frost dates near River Ranch
- Indian Lake Estates Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Kenansville Jan 26 · Jan 10
- Nalcrest Feb 4 · Jan 4
- Babson Park Feb 4 · Jan 4
- Frostproof Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Avon Park Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Lorida Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Sebring Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Lake Wales Feb 4 · Jan 4
- Waverly Feb 4 · Jan 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in River Ranch, FL?
The median last spring frost in River Ranch, FL is January 26. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in River Ranch, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 20.
How long is the growing season in River Ranch, FL?
About 349 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is River Ranch, FL?
River Ranch, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.