Weirsdale, FL frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 2median date
First fall frostJan 3median date
Growing season335 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9bZone 9b
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 5 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Weirsdale compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Weirsdale fall between January 3 and February 2. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 2, or the last frost as late as March 5.
- Weirsdale shares its weather station with The Villages, FL, 9 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 5 |
| 50% (median) | February 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 2 |
| 50% (median) | January 3 |
| 90% (late) | February 3 |
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 Weirsdale, FL
Weirsdale, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 2, first frost Jan 3, 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 10 to Nov 24Transplant outside: Jan 5 to Jan 19
Start indoors: Nov 24 to Dec 8Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2
Start indoors: Nov 24 to Dec 8Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2
Start indoors: Dec 8 to Dec 22Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 23
Start indoors: Dec 8 to Dec 22Transplant outside: Jan 12 to Jan 26Sow outdoors: Jan 5 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Nov 8 to Dec 6
Start indoors: Dec 8 to Dec 22Transplant outside: Jan 5 to Jan 19Sow outdoors: Jan 5 to Jan 19Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 15
Start indoors: Dec 8 to Dec 22Transplant outside: Jan 19 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 18
Start indoors: Dec 8 to Dec 22Transplant outside: Jan 12 to Jan 26Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 18
Start indoors: Dec 8 to Dec 22Transplant outside: Jan 19 to Feb 2Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 18
Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Transplant outside: Feb 23 to Mar 9Sow outdoors: Feb 23 to Mar 9
Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Start indoors: Dec 22 to Jan 5Transplant outside: Feb 9 to Feb 23
Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Jan 12Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Jan 12Plant for fall: Oct 11 to Nov 1
Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Jan 12Sow outdoors: Dec 22 to Jan 12Plant for fall: Nov 8 to Nov 29
Sow outdoors: Dec 29 to Feb 9Sow outdoors: Dec 29 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Nov 22 to Dec 13
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 12Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Feb 23Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Plant for fall: Oct 18 to Nov 1
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 12Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 8
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 12Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23
Start indoors: Jan 5 to Jan 12Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 2
Sow outdoors: Jan 12 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Oct 11 to Oct 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 12 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 12 to Feb 2
Sow outdoors: Jan 19 to Feb 16Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 19 to Feb 9Plant for fall: Nov 8 to Nov 29
Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Mar 2Plant for fall: Oct 18 to Nov 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 9 to Feb 23
Transplant outside: Feb 16 to Mar 9
Plant for fall: Dec 20 to Jan 24Plant for fall: Dec 20 to Jan 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Weirsdale, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 10 – Nov 24 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Jan 5 – Feb 9 | Nov 8 – Dec 6 |
| Kale | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Oct 25 – Nov 15 |
| Broccoli | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cabbage | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Okra | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — |
| Basil | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Oct 11 – Nov 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 29 – Feb 9 | Nov 22 – Dec 13 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 24 |
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 Lisbon, FL weather station, 16 km away (elevation 69 ft (21 m)).
Frost dates near Weirsdale
- Eastlake Weir Feb 2 · Jan 3
- Lady Lake Feb 2 · Jan 3
- Ocklawaha Feb 25 · Dec 12
- The Villages Feb 2 · Jan 3
- Candler Feb 25 · Dec 12
- Fruitland Park Jan 26 · Jan 9
- Summerfield Feb 25 · Dec 12
- Leesburg Jan 26 · Jan 9
- Grand Island Feb 2 · Jan 3
- Oxford Jan 26 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Weirsdale, FL?
The median last spring frost in Weirsdale, FL is February 2. 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 Weirsdale, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 2.
How long is the growing season in Weirsdale, FL?
About 335 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Weirsdale, FL?
Weirsdale, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.