Amelia, LA frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 7 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Amelia compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Amelia fall between January 1 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 2, or the last frost as late as March 5.
- Compared with Kenner, LA, 90 km away, the last frost here is the same as there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 30 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 2 |
| 50% (median) | January 1 |
| 90% (late) | February 2 |
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 Amelia, LA
Amelia, LA frost dates — last frost Jan 30, first frost Jan 1, 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 Amelia, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 7 – Nov 21 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Jan 2 – Feb 6 | Nov 6 – Dec 4 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Oct 23 – Nov 13 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Okra | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — |
| Basil | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Nov 6 – Nov 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Nov 20 – Dec 11 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Nov 6 – Nov 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 22 |
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 Morgan City, LA weather station, 7 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
Frost dates near Amelia
- Gibson Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Berwick Jan 30 · Jan 1
- Donner Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Morgan City Jan 30 · Jan 1
- Patterson Jan 30 · Jan 1
- Labadieville Feb 5 · Dec 14
- Schriever Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Napoleonville Feb 21 · Dec 5
- Gray Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Thibodaux Feb 5 · Dec 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Amelia, LA?
The median last spring frost in Amelia, LA is January 30. 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 Amelia, LA?
The median first fall frost is January 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 2.
How long is the growing season in Amelia, LA?
About 336 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Amelia, LA?
Amelia, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.