Clyde, TX frost dates
How Clyde compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Clyde falls between March 10 and April 19, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 21 and November 22.
- The median last frost is 17 days later than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 218-day growing season is longer than 14% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8a, where the median is Mar 29.
- The weather station records an average of 59 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Abilene, TX, 22 km away, the last frost here is 12 days later than there and the growing season is 17 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 10 |
| 50% (median) | April 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 21 |
| 50% (median) | November 5 |
| 90% (late) | November 22 |
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 Clyde, TX
Clyde, TX frost dates — last frost Apr 1, first frost Nov 5, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Clyde, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Mar 4 – Apr 8 | Sep 10 – Oct 8 |
| Kale | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Broccoli | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Cabbage | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Okra | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 22 – May 6 | Apr 22 – May 6 | — |
| Basil | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 25 – Apr 8 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 22 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 4 – Mar 11 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 8 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 15 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 29 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 15 – May 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 22 – Nov 26 |
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 Abilene 6ese, TX weather station, 12 km away (elevation 1,801 ft (549 m)).
Frost dates near Clyde
- Baird Mar 27 · Nov 7
- Abilene Mar 20 · Nov 10
- Dyess Afb Mar 20 · Nov 10
- Buffalo Gap Mar 20 · Nov 10
- Putnam Mar 27 · Nov 7
- Tuscola Mar 20 · Nov 10
- Tye Mar 20 · Nov 10
- Lawn Mar 20 · Nov 10
- Ovalo Apr 3 · Nov 4
- Moran Mar 30 · Nov 8
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Clyde, TX?
The median last spring frost in Clyde, TX is April 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Clyde, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 21.
How long is the growing season in Clyde, TX?
About 218 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Clyde, TX?
Clyde, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.