Frost dates for 32238 — 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 5 and February 1. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 3, or the last frost as late as March 3.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 31 |
| 50% (median) | February 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 3 |
| 50% (median) | January 5 |
| 90% (late) | February 6 |
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 32238 — Jacksonville, FL — last frost Feb 1, first frost Jan 5, 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 9 – Nov 23 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Jan 4 – Feb 8 | Nov 10 – Dec 8 |
| Kale | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Oct 27 – Nov 17 |
| Broccoli | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Cabbage | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Okra | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Basil | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Nov 10 – Dec 1 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 28 – Feb 8 | Nov 24 – Dec 15 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Oct 20 – Nov 3 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Oct 27 – Nov 10 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 13 – Oct 27 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 27 – Nov 10 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 27 – Nov 10 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 8 | Nov 10 – Dec 1 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | Oct 20 – Nov 3 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 22 – Jan 26 |
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 Nas, FL weather station, 13 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 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
- Orange Park Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Atlantic Beach Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Callahan Feb 25 · Dec 7
- Neptune Beach Jan 31 · Jan 10
- Fleming Island Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Jacksonville Beach Jan 31 · Jan 10
- Doctors Inlet Feb 1 · Jan 5
- Bryceville Feb 28 · Dec 3
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Jacksonville, FL?
The median last spring frost in Jacksonville, FL is February 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 3, 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 5, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 3.
How long is the growing season in Jacksonville, FL?
About 338 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.