Agua Dulce, TX frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 5 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Agua Dulce compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Agua Dulce fall between December 10 and February 5. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 16, or the last frost as late as March 4.
- Compared with Corpus Christi, TX, 47 km away, the last frost here is 21 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 30 |
| 50% (median) | February 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 16 |
| 50% (median) | December 10 |
| 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 Agua Dulce, TX
Agua Dulce, TX frost dates — last frost Feb 5, first frost Dec 10, 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 Agua Dulce, TX
| 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 15 – Nov 12 |
| Kale | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Broccoli | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | — | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Cabbage | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | — | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| 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 17 – Oct 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 15 | Oct 15 – Nov 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 1 – Feb 12 | Oct 29 – Nov 19 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | Feb 19 – Feb 26 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| 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 17 – Oct 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 19 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Oct 15 – Nov 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 26 – Dec 31 |
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 Alice Intl Ap, TX weather station, 12 km away (elevation 174 ft (53 m)).
Frost dates near Agua Dulce
- Banquete Jan 26 · Dec 24
- Alice Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Driscoll Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Orange Grove Jan 31 · Dec 23
- Robstown Jan 26 · Dec 24
- Ben Bolt Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Bishop Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Sandia Jan 31 · Dec 23
- Edroy Feb 1 · Dec 17
- San Diego Jan 29 · Dec 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Agua Dulce, TX?
The median last spring frost in Agua Dulce, TX is February 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Agua Dulce, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 16.
How long is the growing season in Agua Dulce, TX?
About 308 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Agua Dulce, TX?
Agua Dulce, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.