Frost dates for 32246 — Jacksonville, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 7 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Jacksonville compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Jacksonville fall between December 31 and February 9. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 30, or the last frost as late as March 7.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 12 |
| 50% (median) | February 9 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 30 |
| 50% (median) | December 31 |
| 90% (late) | January 31 |
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 32246 — Jacksonville, FL — last frost Feb 9, first frost Dec 31, 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 17 – Dec 1 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Jan 12 – Feb 16 | Nov 5 – Dec 3 |
| Kale | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | Oct 22 – Nov 12 |
| Broccoli | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | — | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Cabbage | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | — | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Jan 26 – Feb 9 | — | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Okra | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | — |
| Basil | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 29 – Jan 19 | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 29 – Jan 19 | Nov 5 – Nov 26 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 16 | Nov 19 – Dec 10 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | Feb 23 – Mar 2 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | — | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | — | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 12 – Jan 19 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Oct 8 – Oct 22 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 16 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 26 – Feb 23 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 26 – Feb 16 | Nov 5 – Nov 26 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 23 – Mar 16 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 21 |
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 Craig Muni Ap, FL weather station, 5 km away (elevation 43 ft (13 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
- Jacksonville Beach Jan 31 · Jan 10
- Neptune 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 February 9. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 7, 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 December 31, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 30.
How long is the growing season in Jacksonville, FL?
About 325 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.