Barataria, LA frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 11 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Barataria compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Barataria fall between December 12 and February 10. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 20, or the last frost as late as March 10.
- Compared with New Orleans, LA, 30 km away, the last frost here is 9 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 9 |
| 50% (median) | February 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 20 |
| 50% (median) | December 12 |
| 90% (late) | January 12 |
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 Barataria, LA
Barataria, LA frost dates — last frost Feb 10, first frost Dec 12, 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 Barataria, 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 17 – Nov 14 |
| Kale | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Broccoli | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Cabbage | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| 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 19 – Oct 10 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Oct 17 – Nov 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 6 – Feb 17 | Oct 31 – Nov 21 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| 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 19 – Oct 3 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 24 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Oct 17 – Nov 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 28 – Jan 2 |
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 Marrero 9 Ssw, LA weather station, 10 km away (elevation 3 ft (1 m)).
Frost dates near Barataria
- Lafitte Feb 10 · Dec 12
- New Orleans (Jefferson Parish) Feb 10 · Dec 12
- Braithwaite Feb 18 · Dec 6
- Belle Chasse Feb 18 · Dec 6
- Marrero Jan 24 · Jan 2
- Harvey Feb 1 · Dec 31
- Westwego Jan 24 · Jan 2
- Gretna Feb 1 · Dec 31
- Cut Off Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Larose Feb 8 · Dec 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Barataria, LA?
The median last spring frost in Barataria, LA is February 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Barataria, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 20.
How long is the growing season in Barataria, LA?
About 305 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Barataria, LA?
Barataria, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.