Lutcher, LA frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 13 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Lutcher compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Lutcher fall between December 14 and February 9. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 21, or the last frost as late as March 11.
- Compared with Kenner, LA, 44 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 13 |
| 50% (median) | February 9 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 21 |
| 50% (median) | December 14 |
| 90% (late) | January 13 |
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 Lutcher, LA
Lutcher, LA frost dates — last frost Feb 9, first frost Dec 14, zone 9a. 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 Lutcher, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 17 – Dec 1 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Jan 12 – Feb 16 | Oct 19 – Nov 16 |
| Kale | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Broccoli | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cabbage | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Okra | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | — |
| Basil | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 29 – Jan 19 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 29 – Jan 19 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 16 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | Feb 23 – Mar 2 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | — | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | — | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 26 – Feb 23 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 26 – Feb 16 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 23 – Mar 16 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 30 – Jan 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 Reserve, LA weather station, 12 km away (elevation 16 ft (5 m)).
Frost dates near Lutcher
- Gramercy Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Paulina Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Mount Airy Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Garyville Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Hester Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Vacherie Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Uncle Sam Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Edgard Feb 9 · Dec 14
- Convent Feb 21 · Dec 5
- Reserve Feb 9 · Dec 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Lutcher, LA?
The median last spring frost in Lutcher, LA is February 9. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 11, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Lutcher, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 21.
How long is the growing season in Lutcher, LA?
About 308 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Lutcher, LA?
Lutcher, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.