White Springs, FL frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 24median date
First fall frostDec 7median date
Growing season286 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How White Springs compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in White Springs falls between January 28 and March 17, a 48-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 16 and January 6.
- The median last frost is 7 days earlier than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 286-day growing season is longer than 87% of the 174 Florida places with a regular frost season (state median 273 days).
- The last frost is 7 days earlier than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 13 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Valdosta, GA, 73 km away, the last frost here is 9 days earlier than there and the growing season is 19 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 28 |
| 50% (median) | February 24 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 17 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 16 |
| 50% (median) | December 7 |
| 90% (late) | January 6 |
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 White Springs, FL
White Springs, FL frost dates — last frost Feb 24, first frost Dec 7, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 2 to Dec 16Transplant outside: Jan 27 to Feb 10
Start indoors: Dec 16 to Dec 30Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Dec 16 to Dec 30Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Transplant outside: Mar 3 to Mar 17
Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Transplant outside: Feb 3 to Feb 17Sow outdoors: Jan 27 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Oct 12 to Nov 9
Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Transplant outside: Jan 27 to Feb 10Sow outdoors: Jan 27 to Feb 10Plant for fall: Sep 28 to Oct 19
Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Transplant outside: Feb 10 to Feb 24Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Transplant outside: Feb 3 to Feb 17Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Start indoors: Dec 30 to Jan 13Transplant outside: Feb 10 to Feb 24Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Start indoors: Jan 13 to Jan 27Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31
Start indoors: Jan 13 to Jan 27Transplant outside: Mar 3 to Mar 17
Sow outdoors: Jan 13 to Feb 3Plant for fall: Sep 14 to Oct 5
Sow outdoors: Jan 13 to Feb 3Plant for fall: Oct 12 to Nov 2
Sow outdoors: Jan 20 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Oct 26 to Nov 16
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 17Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 5
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 3Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Sep 28 to Oct 12
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 3Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17
Start indoors: Jan 27 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 24
Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Sep 14 to Sep 28
Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Sep 28 to Oct 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Feb 24
Sow outdoors: Feb 10 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Sep 28 to Oct 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 10 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Oct 12 to Nov 2
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 21 to Oct 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17
Transplant outside: Mar 10 to Mar 31
Plant for fall: Nov 23 to Dec 28
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in White Springs, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Jan 27 – Mar 3 | Oct 12 – Nov 9 |
| Kale | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Broccoli | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Cabbage | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | — | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Okra | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — |
| Basil | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 3 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 3 | Oct 12 – Nov 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 20 – Mar 3 | Oct 26 – Nov 16 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 27 – Feb 3 | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 27 – Feb 3 | — | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 27 – Feb 3 | — | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 27 – Feb 3 | Mar 10 – Mar 24 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 3 – Mar 3 | Sep 14 – Sep 28 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 3 – Mar 3 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 3 – Feb 24 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 10 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 3 | Oct 12 – Nov 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 10 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 23 – Dec 28 |
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 White Springs 7n, FL weather station, 11 km away (elevation 131 ft (40 m)).
Frost dates near White Springs
- Wellborn Feb 20 · Dec 6
- Lake City Mar 1 · Nov 28
- Jasper Mar 11 · Nov 22
- Live Oak Feb 20 · Dec 6
- Mc Alpin Feb 20 · Dec 6
- Olustee Mar 1 · Nov 28
- O Brien Mar 8 · Nov 25
- Lulu Mar 1 · Nov 28
- Jennings Mar 11 · Nov 22
- Branford Mar 14 · Nov 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in White Springs, FL?
The median last spring frost in White Springs, FL is February 24. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 17, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in White Springs, FL?
The median first fall frost is December 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 16.
How long is the growing season in White Springs, FL?
About 286 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is White Springs, FL?
White Springs, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.