Realitos, TX frost dates
Last spring frostFeb 4median date
First fall frostDec 12median date
Growing season311 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9bZone 9b
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 Realitos compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Realitos 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, 98 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 Realitos, TX
Realitos, 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.
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Start indoors: Nov 12 to Nov 26Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21
Start indoors: Nov 26 to Dec 10Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Nov 26 to Dec 10Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 17 to Nov 14
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 7 to Jan 21Sow outdoors: Jan 7 to Jan 21Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 21 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 14 to Jan 28Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Dec 10 to Dec 24Transplant outside: Jan 21 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 11
Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Start indoors: Dec 24 to Jan 7Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Dec 24 to Jan 14Plant for fall: Oct 17 to Nov 7
Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 11Sow outdoors: Dec 31 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Nov 21
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Feb 25Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 10
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Jan 7 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 3
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 21 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 17
Sow outdoors: Jan 21 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Oct 17 to Nov 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 26 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 11
Plant for fall: Nov 28 to Jan 2Plant for fall: Nov 28 to Jan 2
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Realitos, 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, 20 km away (elevation 581 ft (177 m)).
Frost dates near Realitos
- Concepcion Feb 20 · Dec 1
- Hebbronville Feb 4 · Dec 12
- Benavides Feb 20 · Dec 1
- Bruni Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Premont Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Falfurrias Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Oilton Jan 30 · Dec 18
- San Diego Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Mirando City Jan 30 · Dec 18
- Ben Bolt Jan 29 · Dec 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Realitos, TX?
The median last spring frost in Realitos, 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 Realitos, 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 Realitos, TX?
About 311 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Realitos, TX?
Realitos, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.