Fort Hancock, TX frost dates
Last spring frostMar 29median date
First fall frostNov 6median date
Growing season222 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Fort Hancock compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Fort Hancock falls between March 10 and April 15, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 24 and November 17.
- The median last frost is 14 days later than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 222-day growing season is longer than 17% 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 93 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with El Paso, TX, 67 km away, the last frost here is 27 days later than there and the growing season is 41 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 10 |
| 50% (median) | March 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 24 |
| 50% (median) | November 6 |
| 90% (late) | November 17 |
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 Fort Hancock, TX
Fort Hancock, TX frost dates — last frost Mar 29, first frost Nov 6, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 4 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15Sow outdoors: Mar 1 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 18
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Feb 1 to Feb 15Transplant outside: Mar 15 to Mar 29Plant for fall: Jul 31 to Aug 21
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 19 to May 3Sow outdoors: Apr 19 to May 3
Start indoors: Feb 15 to Mar 1Transplant outside: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 15 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Sep 25 to Oct 16
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 19Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Start indoors: Mar 1 to Mar 8Transplant outside: Apr 12 to Apr 26
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Aug 14 to Aug 28
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Mar 29
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 12Plant for fall: Aug 28 to Sep 11
Sow outdoors: Mar 15 to Apr 5Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 26Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 4
Sow outdoors: Apr 5 to Apr 19
Transplant outside: Apr 12 to May 3
Plant for fall: Oct 23 to Nov 27
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Fort Hancock, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Mar 1 – Apr 5 | Sep 11 – Oct 9 |
| Kale | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Broccoli | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Cabbage | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | — | Jul 31 – Aug 21 |
| Okra | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 19 – May 3 | Apr 19 – May 3 | — |
| Basil | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 22 – Apr 5 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | Apr 12 – Apr 19 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | — | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | — | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 8 – Apr 5 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 8 – Mar 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 12 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 15 – Apr 5 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 26 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 12 – May 3 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 23 – Nov 27 |
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 Ft Hancock 8sse, TX weather station, 16 km away (elevation 3,494 ft (1,065 m)).
Frost dates near Fort Hancock
- Tornillo Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Fabens Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Clint Mar 21 · Nov 6
- San Elizario Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Sierra Blanca Mar 29 · Nov 6
- El Paso Mar 2 · Nov 20
- Fort Bliss Mar 2 · Nov 20
- Salt Flat Apr 17 · Oct 25
- Dell City Apr 17 · Oct 25
- Canutillo Feb 28 · Nov 20
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fort Hancock, TX?
The median last spring frost in Fort Hancock, TX is March 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 15, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Fort Hancock, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 6, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 24.
How long is the growing season in Fort Hancock, TX?
About 222 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Fort Hancock, TX?
Fort Hancock, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.