Baskin, LA frost dates
Last spring frostMar 7median date
First fall frostNov 13median date
Growing season251 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Baskin compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Baskin falls between February 17 and March 26, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 3.
- The median last frost is 4 days later than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 251-day growing season is longer than 28% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is 9 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 41 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 17 |
| 50% (median) | March 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 13 |
| 90% (late) | December 3 |
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 Baskin, LA
Baskin, LA frost dates — last frost Mar 7, first frost Nov 13, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 13 to Dec 27Transplant outside: Feb 7 to Feb 21
Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Feb 7 to Feb 21Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Feb 14 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Sow outdoors: Jan 24 to Feb 14Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Jan 24 to Feb 14Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Mar 28Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 14Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 14Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 14Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 14 to Mar 28
Transplant outside: Mar 21 to Apr 11
Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Dec 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Baskin, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Feb 7 – Mar 14 | Sep 18 – Oct 16 |
| Kale | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Broccoli | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cabbage | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Okra | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Basil | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 14 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 14 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 31 – Mar 14 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 7 – Feb 14 | Mar 21 – Mar 28 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 7 – Feb 14 | — | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 7 – Feb 14 | — | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 7 – Feb 14 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 14 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 14 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 21 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 14 – Apr 4 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 21 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 30 – Dec 4 |
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 Winnsboro 2 Se, LA weather station, 17 km away (elevation 75 ft (23 m)).
Frost dates near Baskin
- Mangham Feb 28 · Nov 26
- Archibald Feb 28 · Nov 26
- Crowville Mar 7 · Nov 13
- Winnsboro Mar 7 · Nov 13
- Rayville Feb 28 · Nov 26
- Chase Mar 10 · Nov 16
- Delhi Mar 2 · Nov 24
- Start Feb 28 · Nov 26
- Jigger Mar 10 · Nov 16
- Fort Necessity Mar 10 · Nov 16
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Baskin, LA?
The median last spring frost in Baskin, LA is March 7. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Baskin, LA?
The median first fall frost is November 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Baskin, LA?
About 251 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Baskin, LA?
Baskin, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.