Maud, TX frost dates
How Maud compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Maud falls between February 13 and March 24, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 3 and December 11.
- The median last frost is 11 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 262-day growing season is longer than 74% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 12 days earlier than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 44 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Longview, TX, 101 km away, the last frost here is 3 days earlier than there and the growing season is 1 day longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 13 |
| 50% (median) | March 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 24 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 3 |
| 50% (median) | November 21 |
| 90% (late) | December 11 |
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 Maud, TX
Maud, TX frost dates — last frost Mar 4, first frost Nov 21, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Maud, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Feb 4 – Mar 11 | Sep 26 – Oct 24 |
| Kale | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Broccoli | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Cabbage | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Okra | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — |
| Basil | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 28 – Mar 11 | Oct 10 – Oct 31 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | — | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | — | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 11 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 11 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 18 | Sep 12 – Sep 26 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 7 – Dec 12 |
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 Wright Patman Dm & Lk, TX weather station, 15 km away (elevation 282 ft (86 m)).
Frost dates near Maud
- Redwater Mar 4 · Nov 21
- New Boston Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Douglassville Mar 19 · Nov 11
- Nash Mar 15 · Nov 17
- Hooks Mar 24 · Nov 11
- Simms Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Texarkana Mar 15 · Nov 17
- Queen City Mar 19 · Nov 11
- Marietta Mar 8 · Nov 22
- Atlanta Mar 19 · Nov 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Maud, TX?
The median last spring frost in Maud, TX is March 4. 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 Maud, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 21, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 3.
How long is the growing season in Maud, TX?
About 262 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Maud, TX?
Maud, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.