D Hanis, TX frost dates
How D Hanis compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in D Hanis falls between February 9 and March 24, a 43-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 3 and December 8.
- The median last frost is 9 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 259-day growing season is longer than 70% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 25 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with San Antonio, TX, 77 km away, the last frost here is 9 days later than there and the growing season is 17 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 9 |
| 50% (median) | March 6 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 3 |
| 50% (median) | November 20 |
| 90% (late) | December 8 |
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 D Hanis, TX
D Hanis, TX frost dates — last frost Mar 6, first frost Nov 20, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in D Hanis, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 12 – Dec 26 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 6 – Mar 13 | Sep 25 – Oct 23 |
| Kale | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Broccoli | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cabbage | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Okra | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Basil | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 23 – Feb 13 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 30 – Mar 13 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Mar 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 6 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 6 – Dec 11 |
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 Hondo Muni Ap, TX weather station, 11 km away (elevation 919 ft (280 m)).
Frost dates near D Hanis
- Hondo Feb 28 · Nov 27
- Sabinal Mar 6 · Nov 20
- Yancey Feb 28 · Nov 27
- Tarpley Mar 16 · Nov 15
- Knippa Mar 6 · Nov 20
- Utopia Mar 16 · Nov 15
- Castroville Feb 24 · Dec 2
- Moore Feb 24 · Dec 2
- Mico Feb 18 · Dec 9
- Devine Feb 24 · Dec 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in D Hanis, TX?
The median last spring frost in D Hanis, TX is March 6. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 24, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in D Hanis, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 3.
How long is the growing season in D Hanis, TX?
About 259 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is D Hanis, TX?
D Hanis, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.