Frost dates for 32224 — Jacksonville, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 4 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Jacksonville compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Jacksonville fall between January 10 and January 31. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 16, or the last frost as late as March 2.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 31 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 2 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 16 |
| 50% (median) | January 10 |
| 90% (late) | February 14 |
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 Jacksonville, FL
Frost dates for 32224 — Jacksonville, FL — last frost Jan 31, first frost Jan 10, 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 Jacksonville, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 8 – Nov 22 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Jan 3 – Feb 7 | Nov 15 – Dec 13 |
| Kale | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Nov 1 – Nov 22 |
| Broccoli | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cabbage | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Okra | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — |
| Basil | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Oct 18 – Nov 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 27 – Feb 7 | Nov 29 – Dec 20 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 10 – Jan 31 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 31 |
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 Jacksonville Beach, FL weather station, 5 km away (elevation 10 ft (3 m)).
ZIP codes in Jacksonville: 32099 32201 32202 32203 32204 32205 32206 32207 32208 32209 32210 32211 32212 32214 32216 32217 32218 32219 32220 32221 32222 32223 32224 32225 32226 32227 32228 32229 32231 32232 32234 32235 32236 32237 32238 32239 32241 32244 32245 32246 32247 32254 32255 32256 32257 32258 32277
Frost dates near Jacksonville
- Neptune Beach Jan 31 · Jan 10
- Jacksonville Beach Jan 31 · Jan 10
- Atlantic Beach Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Ponte Vedra Beach Jan 31 · Jan 10
- Ponte Vedra Jan 31 · Jan 10
- Saint Johns Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Orange Park Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Fleming Island Feb 1 · Jan 5
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Jacksonville, FL?
The median last spring frost in Jacksonville, FL is January 31. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 2, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Jacksonville, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 16.
How long is the growing season in Jacksonville, FL?
About 344 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Jacksonville, FL?
Jacksonville, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.