Avery Island, LA frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 10 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Avery Island compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Avery Island fall between December 11 and February 10. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 17, or the last frost as late as March 9.
- Nearby Lafayette, LA, 37 km away, has a regular frost season (last frost Feb 26), a reminder of how much elevation and distance from the coast matter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 11 |
| 50% (median) | February 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 17 |
| 50% (median) | December 11 |
| 90% (late) | January 11 |
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 Avery Island, LA
Avery Island, LA frost dates — last frost Feb 10, first frost Dec 11, 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 Avery Island, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 18 – Dec 2 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Jan 13 – Feb 17 | Oct 16 – Nov 13 |
| Kale | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Cabbage | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Okra | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — |
| Basil | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 6 – Feb 17 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 24 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 27 – Jan 1 |
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 Iberia Acadiana Ap, LA weather station, 16 km away (elevation 23 ft (7 m)).
Frost dates near Avery Island
- Delcambre Feb 10 · Dec 11
- Lydia Feb 15 · Dec 3
- Erath Feb 10 · Dec 11
- New Iberia Feb 10 · Dec 11
- Cade Feb 19 · Dec 1
- Jeanerette Feb 15 · Dec 3
- Youngsville Feb 13 · Dec 4
- Perry Feb 17 · Dec 5
- Broussard Feb 19 · Dec 1
- Maurice Feb 26 · Nov 28
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Avery Island, LA?
The median last spring frost in Avery Island, LA is February 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Avery Island, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 17.
How long is the growing season in Avery Island, LA?
About 304 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Avery Island, LA?
Avery Island, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.