Westville, FL frost dates
How Westville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Westville falls between February 15 and March 29, a 42-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 3 and December 13.
- The median last frost is 7 days later than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 255-day growing season is longer than 16% of the 174 Florida places with a regular frost season (state median 273 days).
- The last frost is 6 days earlier than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 34 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Dothan, AL, 61 km away, the last frost here is 9 days later than there and the growing season is 13 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 15 |
| 50% (median) | March 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 29 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 3 |
| 50% (median) | November 20 |
| 90% (late) | December 13 |
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 Westville, FL
Westville, FL frost dates — last frost Mar 10, first frost Nov 20, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Westville, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Feb 10 – Mar 17 | Sep 25 – Oct 23 |
| Kale | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Broccoli | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cabbage | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Okra | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — |
| Basil | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 3 – Mar 17 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | Mar 24 – Mar 31 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | — | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | — | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 10 – Feb 17 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 17 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 17 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 17 – Apr 7 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 6 – Dec 11 |
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 New Hope, FL weather station, 9 km away (elevation 105 ft (32 m)).
Frost dates near Westville
- Ponce De Leon Feb 28 · Nov 28
- Caryville Mar 5 · Nov 18
- Bonifay Mar 5 · Nov 18
- Argyle Feb 28 · Nov 28
- Defuniak Springs Feb 28 · Nov 28
- Noma Mar 5 · Nov 18
- Vernon Mar 5 · Nov 21
- Graceville Mar 5 · Nov 18
- Chipley Mar 5 · Nov 21
- Paxton Mar 4 · Nov 26
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Westville, FL?
The median last spring frost in Westville, FL is March 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 29, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Westville, FL?
The median first fall frost is November 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 3.
How long is the growing season in Westville, FL?
About 255 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Westville, FL?
Westville, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.