Frost dates for 32129 — Port Orange, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 3 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Port Orange compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Port Orange fall between January 8 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 10, or the last frost as late as February 26.
- Port Orange shares its weather station with Daytona Beach, FL, 7 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 31 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 10 |
| 50% (median) | January 8 |
| 90% (late) | February 7 |
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 Port Orange, FL
Frost dates for 32129 — Port Orange, FL — last frost Jan 30, first frost Jan 8, zone 10a. 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 Port Orange, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 7 – Nov 21 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Jan 2 – Feb 6 | Nov 13 – Dec 11 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Okra | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — |
| Basil | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Nov 27 – Dec 18 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Oct 30 – Nov 13 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Nov 13 – Dec 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 25 – Jan 29 |
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 Daytona Beach Intl Ap, FL weather station, 6 km away (elevation 30 ft (9 m)).
ZIP codes in Port Orange: 32123 32127 32128 32129
Frost dates near Port Orange
- Daytona Beach Jan 30 · Jan 8
- New Smyrna Beach Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Ormond Beach Feb 3 · Jan 9
- Edgewater Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Deltona Feb 17 · Dec 30
- Lake Helen Feb 17 · Dec 30
- Cassadaga Feb 17 · Dec 30
- Deland Feb 17 · Dec 30
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Port Orange, FL?
The median last spring frost in Port Orange, FL is January 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Port Orange, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 8, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 10.
How long is the growing season in Port Orange, FL?
About 343 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Port Orange, FL?
Port Orange, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.