Waterproof, LA frost dates
Last spring frostMar 13median date
First fall frostNov 10median date
Growing season242 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Waterproof compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Waterproof falls between February 20 and April 4, a 43-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 27 and December 1.
- The median last frost is 10 days later than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 242-day growing season is longer than 15% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 33 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 20 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 27 |
| 50% (median) | November 10 |
| 90% (late) | December 1 |
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 Waterproof, LA
Waterproof, LA frost dates — last frost Mar 13, first frost Nov 10, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 20 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 17
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 20
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 20Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 20 to Mar 13
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 17
Plant for fall: Oct 27 to Dec 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Waterproof, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 13 – Mar 20 | Sep 15 – Oct 13 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Okra | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — |
| Basil | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 27 – Dec 1 |
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 St Joseph 3 N, LA weather station, 21 km away (elevation 79 ft (24 m)).
Frost dates near Waterproof
- Clayton Mar 16 · Nov 9
- Saint Joseph Mar 13 · Nov 10
- Ferriday Mar 16 · Nov 9
- Vidalia Mar 16 · Nov 9
- Sicily Island Mar 10 · Nov 16
- Newellton Mar 13 · Nov 10
- Gilbert Mar 10 · Nov 16
- Wisner Mar 10 · Nov 16
- Harrisonburg Mar 19 · Nov 12
- Jigger Mar 10 · Nov 16
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Waterproof, LA?
The median last spring frost in Waterproof, LA is March 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Waterproof, LA?
The median first fall frost is November 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 27.
How long is the growing season in Waterproof, LA?
About 242 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Waterproof, LA?
Waterproof, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.