Montegut, LA frost dates
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 Montegut compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Montegut 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, 64 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 Montegut, LA
Montegut, 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.
When to plant vegetables in Montegut, 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, 23 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
Frost dates near Montegut
- Chauvin Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Bourg Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Lockport Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Dulac Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Larose Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Cut Off Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Theriot Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Houma Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Galliano Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Mathews Feb 5 · Dec 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Montegut, LA?
The median last spring frost in Montegut, 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 Montegut, 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 Montegut, LA?
About 314 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Montegut, LA?
Montegut, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.