Wadsworth, TX frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 6 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Wadsworth compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Wadsworth fall between December 16 and February 5. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 20, or the last frost as late as March 8.
- Compared with Sugar Land, TX, 89 km away, the last frost here is 4 days earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 3 |
| 50% (median) | February 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 8 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 20 |
| 50% (median) | December 16 |
| 90% (late) | January 17 |
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 Wadsworth, TX
Wadsworth, TX frost dates — last frost Feb 5, first frost Dec 16, 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 Wadsworth, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 13 – Nov 27 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 27 – Dec 11 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 27 – Dec 11 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Jan 8 – Feb 12 | Oct 21 – Nov 18 |
| Kale | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Oct 7 – Oct 28 |
| Broccoli | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | — | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Cabbage | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | — | Sep 9 – Sep 30 |
| Okra | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — |
| Basil | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 15 | Sep 23 – Oct 14 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 15 | Oct 21 – Nov 11 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 1 – Feb 12 | Nov 4 – Nov 25 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | Feb 19 – Feb 26 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Oct 7 – Oct 21 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 8 – Jan 15 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Sep 23 – Oct 7 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Oct 7 – Oct 21 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 19 | Oct 7 – Oct 21 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Oct 21 – Nov 11 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 2 – Jan 6 |
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 Matagorda No, TX weather station, 17 km away (elevation 10 ft (3 m)).
Frost dates near Wadsworth
- Bay City Feb 20 · Dec 3
- Matagorda Feb 5 · Dec 16
- Cedar Lane Feb 20 · Dec 3
- Van Vleck Feb 20 · Dec 3
- Markham Feb 20 · Dec 3
- Elmaton Feb 20 · Dec 3
- Collegeport Feb 1 · Dec 17
- Blessing Feb 1 · Dec 17
- Sweeny Feb 13 · Dec 8
- Old Ocean Feb 20 · Dec 3
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Wadsworth, TX?
The median last spring frost in Wadsworth, TX is February 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 8, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Wadsworth, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 16, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 20.
How long is the growing season in Wadsworth, TX?
About 314 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Wadsworth, TX?
Wadsworth, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.