Batesville, TX frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 8 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Batesville compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Batesville fall between December 10 and February 10. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 19, or the last frost as late as March 9.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 6 |
| 50% (median) | February 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 19 |
| 50% (median) | December 10 |
| 90% (late) | January 9 |
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 Batesville, TX
Batesville, TX frost dates — last frost Feb 10, first frost Dec 10, 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 Batesville, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 18 – Dec 2 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Jan 13 – Feb 17 | Oct 15 – Nov 12 |
| Kale | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Broccoli | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Cabbage | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Okra | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — |
| Basil | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Oct 15 – Nov 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 6 – Feb 17 | Oct 29 – Nov 19 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 24 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Oct 15 – Nov 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — | — |
| 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 Crystal City, TX weather station, 35 km away (elevation 581 ft (177 m)).
Frost dates near Batesville
- La Pryor Feb 10 · Dec 10
- Crystal City Feb 10 · Dec 10
- Uvalde Mar 12 · Nov 14
- Big Wells Feb 10 · Dec 10
- Knippa Mar 6 · Nov 20
- Sabinal Mar 6 · Nov 20
- Pearsall Feb 16 · Dec 6
- Carrizo Springs Mar 5 · Nov 22
- Dilley Feb 16 · Dec 6
- Yancey Feb 28 · Nov 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Batesville, TX?
The median last spring frost in Batesville, TX is February 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Batesville, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 19.
How long is the growing season in Batesville, TX?
About 303 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Batesville, TX?
Batesville, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.