Galliano, LA frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 8median date
First fall frostDec 19median date
Growing season314 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9bZone 9b
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 9 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Galliano compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Galliano fall between December 19 and February 8. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 20, or the last frost as late as March 12.
- Compared with Kenner, LA, 63 km away, the last frost here is 9 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 11 |
| 50% (median) | February 8 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 12 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 20 |
| 50% (median) | December 19 |
| 90% (late) | January 22 |
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 Galliano, LA
Galliano, LA frost dates — last frost Feb 8, first frost Dec 19, 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.
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Start indoors: Nov 16 to Nov 30Transplant outside: Jan 11 to Jan 25
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Start indoors: Nov 30 to Dec 14Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 18 to Feb 1Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 21
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 11 to Jan 25Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Jan 25Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 31
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 18 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Dec 14 to Dec 28Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8Plant for fall: Sep 12 to Oct 3
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Start indoors: Dec 28 to Jan 11Transplant outside: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Dec 28 to Jan 18Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 4 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Nov 7 to Nov 28
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 1Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Start indoors: Jan 11 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Oct 10 to Oct 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Oct 24 to Nov 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1
Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 15
Plant for fall: Dec 5 to Jan 9Plant for fall: Dec 5 to Jan 9
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Galliano, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Jan 11 – Feb 15 | Oct 24 – Nov 21 |
| Kale | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Broccoli | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Cabbage | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Okra | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — |
| Basil | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 28 – Jan 18 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 28 – Jan 18 | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 15 | Nov 7 – Nov 28 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Oct 10 – Oct 24 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 11 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 10 – Oct 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 8 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 22 | Oct 10 – Oct 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 15 | Oct 24 – Nov 14 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 5 – Jan 9 |
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 Galliano, LA weather station, 4 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
Frost dates near Galliano
- Golden Meadow Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Cut Off Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Larose Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Montegut Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Lockport Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Chauvin Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Bourg Feb 5 · Dec 17
- New Orleans (Jefferson Parish) Feb 10 · Dec 12
- Barataria Feb 10 · Dec 12
- Gheens Feb 5 · Dec 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Galliano, LA?
The median last spring frost in Galliano, LA is February 8. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 12, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Galliano, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 20.
How long is the growing season in Galliano, LA?
About 314 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Galliano, LA?
Galliano, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.