Venus, 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 Venus compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Venus fall between January 8 and February 1. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 9, or the last frost as late as March 5.
- Compared with Lehigh Acres, FL, 63 km away, the last frost here is 15 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | February 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 9 |
| 50% (median) | January 8 |
| 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 Venus, FL
Venus, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 1, 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 Venus, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 9 – Nov 23 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Jan 4 – Feb 8 | Nov 13 – Dec 11 |
| Kale | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Broccoli | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cabbage | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Okra | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Basil | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 28 – Feb 8 | Nov 27 – Dec 18 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 8 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| 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 Sebring 23 Sse, FL weather station, 4 km away (elevation 151 ft (46 m)).
Frost dates near Venus
- Lake Placid Feb 26 · Dec 22
- Palmdale Jan 27 · Jan 11
- Moore Haven Jan 27 · Jan 11
- Lorida Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Sebring Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Labelle Feb 2 · Jan 8
- Fort Ogden Feb 7 · Jan 4
- Nocatee Feb 7 · Jan 4
- Arcadia Feb 7 · Jan 4
- Alva Feb 2 · Jan 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Venus, FL?
The median last spring frost in Venus, FL is February 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Venus, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 9.
How long is the growing season in Venus, FL?
About 341 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Venus, FL?
Venus, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.