Ben Bolt, TX frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 4 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Ben Bolt compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Ben Bolt fall between December 29 and January 29. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 25, or the last frost as late as March 5.
- Compared with Corpus Christi, TX, 65 km away, the last frost here is 14 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 17 |
| 50% (median) | January 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 25 |
| 50% (median) | December 29 |
| 90% (late) | February 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 Ben Bolt, TX
Ben Bolt, TX frost dates — last frost Jan 29, first frost Dec 29, 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 Ben Bolt, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 6 – Nov 20 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 20 – Dec 4 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 20 – Dec 4 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Jan 1 – Feb 5 | Nov 3 – Dec 1 |
| Kale | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Oct 20 – Nov 10 |
| Broccoli | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Cabbage | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | — | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Okra | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Basil | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 8 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 8 | Nov 3 – Nov 24 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 25 – Feb 5 | Nov 17 – Dec 8 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Oct 13 – Oct 27 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Oct 20 – Nov 3 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 8 – Feb 5 | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 8 – Feb 5 | Oct 20 – Nov 3 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 8 – Jan 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Oct 20 – Nov 3 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 5 | Nov 3 – Nov 24 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 26 | Oct 13 – Oct 27 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 15 – Jan 19 |
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, TX weather station, 9 km away (elevation 200 ft (61 m)).
Frost dates near Ben Bolt
- Alice Jan 29 · Dec 29
- San Diego Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Agua Dulce Feb 5 · Dec 10
- Bishop Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Kingsville Feb 3 · Dec 14
- Driscoll Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Premont Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Benavides Feb 20 · Dec 1
- Banquete Jan 26 · Dec 24
- Orange Grove Jan 31 · Dec 23
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Ben Bolt, TX?
The median last spring frost in Ben Bolt, TX is January 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Ben Bolt, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 29, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 25.
How long is the growing season in Ben Bolt, TX?
About 334 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Ben Bolt, TX?
Ben Bolt, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.