Frost dates for 32060 — Live Oak, FL
Last spring frostFeb 20median date
First fall frostDec 6median date
Growing season289 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Live Oak compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Live Oak falls between January 20 and March 19, a 58-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 14 and January 8.
- The median last frost is 11 days earlier than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 289-day growing season is longer than 87% of the 174 Florida places with a regular frost season (state median 273 days).
- The last frost is 11 days earlier than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 19 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Valdosta, GA, 78 km away, the last frost here is 13 days earlier than there and the growing season is 22 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 20 |
| 50% (median) | February 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 14 |
| 50% (median) | December 6 |
| 90% (late) | January 8 |
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 Live Oak, FL
Frost dates for 32060 — Live Oak, FL — last frost Feb 20, first frost Dec 6, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
JFMAMJJASOND
Start indoors: Nov 28 to Dec 12Transplant outside: Jan 23 to Feb 6
Start indoors: Dec 12 to Dec 26Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Start indoors: Dec 12 to Dec 26Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Jan 30 to Feb 13Sow outdoors: Jan 23 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Oct 11 to Nov 8
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Jan 23 to Feb 6Sow outdoors: Jan 23 to Feb 6Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 18
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Jan 30 to Feb 13Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Start indoors: Dec 26 to Jan 9Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 30 to Sep 20
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Jan 9 to Jan 23Transplant outside: Feb 27 to Mar 13
Sow outdoors: Jan 9 to Jan 30Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 9 to Jan 30Plant for fall: Oct 11 to Nov 1
Sow outdoors: Jan 16 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Oct 25 to Nov 15
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 13Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 4
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Jan 30Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 11
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Jan 30Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13
Start indoors: Jan 23 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 13 to Sep 27
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 11
Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 20
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Sep 27 to Oct 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Oct 11 to Nov 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 20 to Oct 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13
Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 27
Plant for fall: Nov 22 to Dec 27
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Live Oak, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 28 – Dec 12 | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 12 – Dec 26 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 12 – Dec 26 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Jan 23 – Feb 27 | Oct 11 – Nov 8 |
| Kale | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Broccoli | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Cabbage | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | — | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Okra | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — |
| Basil | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | Oct 11 – Nov 1 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 27 | Oct 25 – Nov 15 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 23 – Jan 30 | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Sep 20 – Oct 4 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 23 – Jan 30 | — | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 23 – Jan 30 | — | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 23 – Jan 30 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 27 | Sep 13 – Sep 27 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 27 | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 6 | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 11 – Nov 1 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 20 – Oct 4 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 6 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 22 – Dec 27 |
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 Live Oak, FL weather station, 14 km away (elevation 121 ft (37 m)).
ZIP codes in Live Oak: 32060 32064
Frost dates near Live Oak
- Mc Alpin Feb 20 · Dec 6
- Wellborn Feb 20 · Dec 6
- O Brien Mar 8 · Nov 25
- Mayo Mar 8 · Nov 25
- Day Mar 8 · Nov 25
- Branford Mar 14 · Nov 22
- White Springs Feb 24 · Dec 7
- Lee Mar 5 · Nov 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Live Oak, FL?
The median last spring frost in Live Oak, FL is February 20. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Live Oak, FL?
The median first fall frost is December 6, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 14.
How long is the growing season in Live Oak, FL?
About 289 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Live Oak, FL?
Live Oak, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.