Freer, TX frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 9 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Freer compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Freer fall between December 7 and February 10. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 18, or the last frost as late as March 8.
- Compared with Laredo, TX, 97 km away, the last frost here is 21 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 9 |
| 50% (median) | February 10 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 8 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 18 |
| 50% (median) | December 7 |
| 90% (late) | January 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 Freer, TX
Freer, TX frost dates — last frost Feb 10, first frost Dec 7, 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 Freer, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 18 – Dec 2 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 2 – Dec 16 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Jan 13 – Feb 17 | Oct 12 – Nov 9 |
| Kale | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Broccoli | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Cabbage | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 16 – Dec 30 | Jan 27 – Feb 10 | — | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Okra | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | — |
| Basil | Dec 30 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 30 – Jan 20 | Oct 12 – Nov 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 6 – Feb 17 | Oct 26 – Nov 16 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 3 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 13 – Jan 20 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Sep 14 – Sep 28 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 24 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 27 – Feb 17 | Oct 12 – Nov 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 24 – Mar 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 23 – Dec 28 |
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 Freer, TX weather station, about 1 km away (elevation 561 ft (171 m)).
Frost dates near Freer
- Benavides Feb 20 · Dec 1
- San Diego Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Realitos Feb 4 · Dec 12
- Alice Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Bruni Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Oilton Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Ben Bolt Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Tilden Feb 13 · Dec 3
- Orange Grove Jan 31 · Dec 23
- Mirando City Jan 30 · Dec 18
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Freer, TX?
The median last spring frost in Freer, TX is February 10. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 8, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Freer, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 18.
How long is the growing season in Freer, TX?
About 300 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Freer, TX?
Freer, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.