Hebbronville, TX frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 8 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Hebbronville compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Hebbronville fall between December 12 and February 4. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 22, or the last frost as late as March 7.
- Compared with Laredo, TX, 84 km away, the last frost here is 15 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 28 |
| 50% (median) | February 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 22 |
| 50% (median) | December 12 |
| 90% (late) | January 18 |
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 Hebbronville, TX
Hebbronville, TX frost dates — last frost Feb 4, first frost Dec 12, 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 Hebbronville, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 12 – Nov 26 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Jan 7 – Feb 11 | Oct 17 – Nov 14 |
| Kale | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Broccoli | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Cabbage | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Okra | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — |
| Basil | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Oct 17 – Nov 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 31 – Feb 11 | Oct 31 – Nov 21 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Sep 19 – Oct 3 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 18 | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Oct 17 – Nov 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 28 – Jan 2 |
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 Hebbronville, TX weather station, 2 km away (elevation 581 ft (177 m)).
Frost dates near Hebbronville
- Bruni Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Realitos Feb 4 · Dec 12
- Oilton Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Mirando City Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Concepcion Feb 20 · Dec 1
- Benavides Feb 20 · Dec 1
- Guerra Jan 19 · Dec 22
- Falfurrias Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Premont Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Laredo (Webb) Jan 20 · Dec 25
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Hebbronville, TX?
The median last spring frost in Hebbronville, TX is February 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Hebbronville, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 22.
How long is the growing season in Hebbronville, TX?
About 311 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Hebbronville, TX?
Hebbronville, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.