Frost dates for 32163 — The Villages, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 5 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How The Villages compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in The Villages fall between January 3 and February 2. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 2, or the last frost as late as March 5.
- Nearby Ocala, FL, 30 km away, has a regular frost season (last frost Feb 25), a reminder of how much elevation and distance from the coast matter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 5 |
| 50% (median) | February 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 2 |
| 50% (median) | January 3 |
| 90% (late) | February 3 |
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 The Villages, FL
Frost dates for 32163 — The Villages, FL — last frost Feb 2, first frost Jan 3, 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 The Villages, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 10 – Nov 24 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 24 – Dec 8 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Jan 5 – Feb 9 | Nov 8 – Dec 6 |
| Kale | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Oct 25 – Nov 15 |
| Broccoli | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cabbage | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Okra | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — |
| Basil | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Oct 11 – Nov 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 29 – Feb 9 | Nov 22 – Dec 13 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Feb 23 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 5 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 24 |
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 Lisbon, FL weather station, 21 km away (elevation 69 ft (21 m)).
ZIP codes in The Villages: 32162 32163
Frost dates near The Villages
- Lady Lake Feb 2 · Jan 3
- Oxford Jan 26 · Jan 9
- Summerfield Feb 25 · Dec 12
- Weirsdale Feb 2 · Jan 3
- Wildwood Mar 2 · Dec 5
- Eastlake Weir Feb 2 · Jan 3
- Fruitland Park Jan 26 · Jan 9
- Candler Feb 25 · Dec 12
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in The Villages, FL?
The median last spring frost in The Villages, FL is February 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 5, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in The Villages, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 2.
How long is the growing season in The Villages, FL?
About 335 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is The Villages, FL?
The Villages, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.