Driftwood, TX frost dates
Last spring frostMar 17median date
First fall frostNov 13median date
Growing season241 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Driftwood compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Driftwood falls between February 26 and April 7, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 29 and December 4.
- The median last frost is 2 days later than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 241-day growing season is longer than 43% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 29 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with San Marcos, TX, 17 km away, the last frost here is 17 days later than there and the growing season is 33 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 26 |
| 50% (median) | March 17 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 29 |
| 50% (median) | November 13 |
| 90% (late) | December 4 |
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 Driftwood, TX
Driftwood, TX frost dates — last frost Mar 17, first frost Nov 13, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Start indoors: Dec 23 to Jan 6Transplant outside: Feb 17 to Mar 3
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Start indoors: Jan 6 to Jan 20Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Feb 24 to Mar 10Sow outdoors: Feb 17 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Feb 17 to Mar 3Sow outdoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 3 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Feb 24 to Mar 10Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 3 to Mar 17Plant for fall: Aug 7 to Aug 28
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Apr 7 to Apr 21Sow outdoors: Apr 7 to Apr 21
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Feb 24Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 3 to Feb 24Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 10 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Feb 24Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 24 to Mar 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 7
Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 21
Plant for fall: Oct 30 to Dec 4
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Driftwood, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Feb 17 – Mar 24 | Sep 18 – Oct 16 |
| Kale | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Broccoli | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cabbage | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Okra | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | — |
| Basil | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 3 – Feb 24 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 3 – Feb 24 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 24 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Mar 31 – Apr 7 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 24 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 31 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 30 – Dec 4 |
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 Dripping Springs 6 E, TX weather station, 13 km away (elevation 1,083 ft (330 m)).
Frost dates near Driftwood
- Wimberley Mar 1 · Dec 1
- Dripping Springs Mar 17 · Nov 13
- San Marcos Feb 28 · Nov 29
- Buda Mar 10 · Nov 17
- Manchaca Mar 10 · Nov 17
- Kyle Feb 28 · Nov 29
- Fischer Mar 1 · Dec 1
- Canyon Lake Mar 1 · Dec 1
- Spicewood Mar 17 · Nov 13
- Maxwell Feb 28 · Nov 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Driftwood, TX?
The median last spring frost in Driftwood, TX is March 17. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Driftwood, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 29.
How long is the growing season in Driftwood, TX?
About 241 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Driftwood, TX?
Driftwood, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.