Sebring, FL frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 4 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Sebring compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Sebring fall between January 8 and January 28. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 12, or the last frost as late as February 26.
- Compared with Lakeland, FL, 83 km away, the last frost here is 2 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 31 |
| 50% (median) | January 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 12 |
| 50% (median) | January 8 |
| 90% (late) | February 10 |
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 Sebring, FL
Sebring, FL frost dates — last frost Jan 28, first frost Jan 8, 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 Sebring, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 5 – Nov 19 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Dec 31 – Feb 4 | Nov 13 – Dec 11 |
| Kale | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Broccoli | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cabbage | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Okra | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — |
| Basil | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 24 – Feb 4 | Nov 27 – Dec 18 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 7 – Jan 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 29 |
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 Avon Park 2 W, FL weather station, 17 km away (elevation 154 ft (47 m)).
ZIP codes in Sebring: 33870 33871 33872 33875 33876
Frost dates near Sebring
- Avon Park Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Lake Placid Feb 26 · Dec 22
- Lorida Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Frostproof Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Zolfo Springs Feb 4 · Jan 8
- Indian Lake Estates Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Wauchula Feb 4 · Jan 8
- Venus Feb 1 · Jan 8
- Babson Park Feb 4 · Jan 4
- River Ranch Jan 26 · Jan 10
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Sebring, FL?
The median last spring frost in Sebring, FL is January 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Sebring, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 12.
How long is the growing season in Sebring, FL?
About 345 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Sebring, FL?
Sebring, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.