Frost dates for 32401 — Panama City, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 9 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Panama City compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Panama City fall between December 24 and February 7. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 23, or the last frost as late as March 5.
- Nearby Dothan, AL, 118 km away, has a regular frost season (last frost Mar 1), 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 7 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 5 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 23 |
| 50% (median) | December 24 |
| 90% (late) | January 23 |
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 Panama City, FL
Frost dates for 32401 — Panama City, FL — last frost Feb 7, first frost Dec 24, 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 Panama City, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 15 – Nov 29 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 29 – Dec 13 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 29 – Dec 13 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Jan 10 – Feb 14 | Oct 29 – Nov 26 |
| Kale | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Oct 15 – Nov 5 |
| Broccoli | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | — | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Cabbage | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 13 – Dec 27 | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | — | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Okra | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — |
| Basil | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 17 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 17 | Oct 29 – Nov 19 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 3 – Feb 14 | Nov 12 – Dec 3 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Oct 8 – Oct 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | — | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | — | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 10 – Jan 17 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Oct 1 – Oct 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 21 | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 14 | Oct 29 – Nov 19 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | Oct 8 – Oct 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 10 – Jan 14 |
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 Panama City Bay Co Ap, FL weather station, 7 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
ZIP codes in Panama City: 32401 32402 32403 32404 32405 32406 32408 32409 32411 32412 32417
Frost dates near Panama City
- Lynn Haven Feb 15 · Dec 12
- Youngstown Feb 15 · Dec 12
- Panama City Beach Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Mexico Beach Mar 1 · Nov 29
- Ebro Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Rosemary Beach Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Fountain Feb 15 · Dec 12
- Wewahitchka (Gulf) Mar 1 · Nov 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Panama City, FL?
The median last spring frost in Panama City, FL is February 7. 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 Panama City, FL?
The median first fall frost is December 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 23.
How long is the growing season in Panama City, FL?
About 320 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Panama City, FL?
Panama City, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.