Raceland, 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 Raceland compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Raceland fall between December 14 and February 5. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 19, or the last frost as late as March 7.
- Compared with Kenner, LA, 46 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 3 |
| 50% (median) | February 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 19 |
| 50% (median) | December 14 |
| 90% (late) | January 15 |
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 Raceland, LA
Raceland, LA frost dates — last frost Feb 5, first frost Dec 14, 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 Raceland, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 13 – Nov 27 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 27 – Dec 11 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 27 – Dec 11 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Jan 8 – Feb 12 | Oct 19 – Nov 16 |
| Kale | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Broccoli | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cabbage | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Okra | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — |
| Basil | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 15 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 15 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 1 – Feb 12 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | Feb 19 – Feb 26 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 19 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | — | — |
| 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 Thibodaux 4 Se, LA weather station, 17 km away (elevation 16 ft (5 m)).
Frost dates near Raceland
- Mathews Feb 5 · Dec 14
- Gheens Feb 5 · Dec 14
- Kraemer Feb 5 · Dec 14
- Gray Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Houma Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Des Allemands Jan 30 · Dec 31
- Bourg Feb 5 · Dec 17
- Lockport Feb 8 · Dec 19
- Thibodaux Feb 5 · Dec 14
- Paradis Jan 30 · Dec 31
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Raceland, LA?
The median last spring frost in Raceland, LA is February 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Raceland, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 19.
How long is the growing season in Raceland, LA?
About 312 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Raceland, LA?
Raceland, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.