Bruni, 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 Bruni compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Bruni fall between December 18 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 22, or the last frost as late as March 1.
- Compared with Laredo, TX, 66 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 25 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 22 |
| 50% (median) | December 18 |
| 90% (late) | January 25 |
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 Bruni, TX
Bruni, TX frost dates — last frost Jan 30, first frost Dec 18, 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 Bruni, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 7 – Nov 21 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Jan 2 – Feb 6 | Oct 23 – Nov 20 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Okra | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — |
| Basil | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Oct 23 – Nov 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Nov 6 – Nov 27 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Oct 23 – Nov 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 4 – Jan 8 |
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 Bruni, TX weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 771 ft (235 m)).
Frost dates near Bruni
- Oilton Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Mirando City Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Hebbronville Feb 4 · Dec 12
- Realitos Feb 4 · Dec 12
- Laredo (Webb) Jan 20 · Dec 25
- Benavides Feb 20 · Dec 1
- Concepcion Feb 20 · Dec 1
- Freer Feb 10 · Dec 7
- Guerra Jan 19 · Dec 22
- Laredo Jan 20 · Dec 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Bruni, TX?
The median last spring frost in Bruni, TX is January 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Bruni, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 18, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 22.
How long is the growing season in Bruni, TX?
About 322 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Bruni, TX?
Bruni, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.