Silver, TX frost dates
How Silver compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Silver falls between March 7 and April 12, a 36-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 24 and November 23.
- The median last frost is 11 days later than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 226-day growing season is longer than 21% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The weather station records an average of 63 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with San Angelo, TX, 69 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there and the growing season is 9 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 7 |
| 50% (median) | March 26 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 12 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 24 |
| 50% (median) | November 7 |
| 90% (late) | November 23 |
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 Silver, TX
Silver, TX frost dates — last frost Mar 26, first frost Nov 7, zone n/a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Silver, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Feb 26 – Apr 2 | Sep 12 – Oct 10 |
| Kale | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Aug 29 – Sep 19 |
| Broccoli | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cabbage | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | Aug 1 – Aug 22 |
| Okra | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | — |
| Basil | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Aug 15 – Sep 5 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 19 – Apr 2 | Sep 26 – Oct 17 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 16 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 26 – Mar 5 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 9 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 12 – Oct 3 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 9 – Apr 30 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 24 – Nov 28 |
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 Robert Lee 4wsw, TX weather station, 23 km away (elevation 1,913 ft (583 m)).
Frost dates near Silver
- Robert Lee Mar 26 · Nov 7
- Maryneal Mar 30 · Nov 8
- Blackwell Mar 28 · Nov 4
- Sterling City Mar 31 · Nov 6
- Loraine Apr 4 · Nov 5
- Bronte Mar 28 · Nov 4
- Colorado City Apr 4 · Nov 5
- Roscoe Mar 30 · Nov 8
- Water Valley Apr 6 · Nov 2
- Carlsbad Apr 6 · Nov 2
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Silver, TX?
The median last spring frost in Silver, TX is March 26. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 12, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Silver, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 7, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 24.
How long is the growing season in Silver, TX?
About 226 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Silver, TX?
Zone data is not available for this location.