Sanderson, TX frost dates
Last spring frostMar 11median date
First fall frostNov 11median date
Growing season245 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Sanderson compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Sanderson falls between February 20 and April 6, a 45-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 28 and November 27.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 245-day growing season is longer than 49% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 5 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 49 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 20 |
| 50% (median) | March 11 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 28 |
| 50% (median) | November 11 |
| 90% (late) | November 27 |
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 Sanderson, TX
Sanderson, TX frost dates — last frost Mar 11, first frost Nov 11, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 17 to Dec 31Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 14
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Feb 18 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Feb 25 to Mar 11Plant for fall: Aug 5 to Aug 26
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Apr 1 to Apr 15Sow outdoors: Apr 1 to Apr 15
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Sow outdoors: Jan 28 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Jan 28 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 21
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 18Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 18Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Feb 11 to Feb 18Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 18 to Mar 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 25 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 8Plant for fall: Aug 26 to Sep 9
Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Transplant outside: Mar 25 to Apr 15
Plant for fall: Oct 28 to Dec 2
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Sanderson, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Feb 11 – Mar 18 | Sep 16 – Oct 14 |
| Kale | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Broccoli | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Cabbage | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — | Aug 5 – Aug 26 |
| Okra | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | — |
| Basil | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 28 – Feb 18 | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 28 – Feb 18 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 4 – Mar 18 | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | — | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | — | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 18 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 18 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 25 – Mar 25 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 25 – Mar 18 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 25 – Apr 15 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 28 – Dec 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 Sanderson, TX weather station, 2 km away (elevation 2,789 ft (850 m)).
Frost dates near Sanderson
- Dryden Mar 1 · Nov 28
- Marathon Apr 7 · Nov 1
- Sheffield Mar 31 · Nov 3
- Langtry Feb 27 · Nov 27
- Fort Stockton Mar 8 · Nov 20
- Iraan Mar 31 · Nov 3
- Girvin Mar 12 · Nov 16
- Mc Camey Mar 12 · Nov 16
- Comstock Feb 27 · Nov 27
- Alpine Apr 2 · Nov 3
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Sanderson, TX?
The median last spring frost in Sanderson, TX is March 11. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Sanderson, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 28.
How long is the growing season in Sanderson, TX?
About 245 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Sanderson, TX?
Sanderson, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.