Rockport, TX frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 4 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Rockport compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Rockport fall between December 25 and January 31. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 28, or the last frost as late as February 28.
- Compared with Corpus Christi, TX, 45 km away, the last frost here is 16 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 26 |
| 50% (median) | January 31 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 28 |
| 50% (median) | December 25 |
| 90% (late) | January 31 |
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 Rockport, TX
Rockport, TX frost dates — last frost Jan 31, first frost Dec 25, 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 Rockport, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 8 – Nov 22 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Jan 3 – Feb 7 | Oct 30 – Nov 27 |
| Kale | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Broccoli | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cabbage | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Okra | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — |
| Basil | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 27 – Feb 7 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 10 – Jan 31 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 11 – Jan 15 |
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 Rockport, TX weather station, 3 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
ZIP codes in Rockport: 78381 78382
Frost dates near Rockport
- Fulton Jan 23 · Jan 1
- Bayside Jan 23 · Jan 1
- Aransas Pass Jan 16 · Jan 5
- Ingleside Jan 16 · Jan 5
- Gregory Jan 16 · Jan 5
- Portland Jan 31 · Dec 22
- Port Aransas Jan 16 · Jan 5
- Taft Feb 24 · Dec 1
- Woodsboro Feb 15 · Dec 5
- Refugio Feb 27 · Dec 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Rockport, TX?
The median last spring frost in Rockport, TX is January 31. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 28, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Rockport, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 25, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 28.
How long is the growing season in Rockport, TX?
About 328 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Rockport, TX?
Rockport, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.