Frost dates for 32588 — Niceville, FL
Last spring frostMar 21median date
First fall frostNov 12median date
Growing season236 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Niceville compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Niceville falls between February 26 and April 9, a 42-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 29 and December 3.
- The median last frost is 18 days later than the Florida median of Mar 3.
- Its 236-day growing season is among the shortest of the 174 Florida places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 18 days later than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 39 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Pensacola, FL, 68 km away, the last frost here is 35 days later than there and the growing season is 62 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 26 |
| 50% (median) | March 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 9 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 29 |
| 50% (median) | November 12 |
| 90% (late) | December 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 Niceville, FL
Frost dates for 32588 — Niceville, FL — last frost Mar 21, first frost Nov 12, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 15
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 24
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Oct 1 to Oct 22
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 20 to Sep 3
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 3 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Plant for fall: Oct 29 to Dec 3
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Niceville, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 21 – Mar 28 | Sep 17 – Oct 15 |
| Kale | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Sep 3 – Sep 24 |
| Broccoli | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cabbage | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 6 – Aug 27 |
| Okra | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Basil | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Aug 20 – Sep 10 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 28 | Oct 1 – Oct 22 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 17 – Oct 8 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 29 – Dec 3 |
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 Crestview Bob Sikes Ap, FL weather station, 15 km away (elevation 190 ft (58 m)).
ZIP codes in Niceville: 32578 32588
Frost dates near Niceville
- Milligan Mar 21 · Nov 12
- Crestview Mar 21 · Nov 12
- Eglin Afb Mar 12 · Nov 19
- Holt Mar 21 · Nov 12
- Valparaiso Mar 12 · Nov 19
- Baker Mar 21 · Nov 12
- Shalimar Feb 5 · Dec 28
- Fort Walton Beach Feb 5 · Dec 28
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Niceville, FL?
The median last spring frost in Niceville, FL is March 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 9, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Niceville, FL?
The median first fall frost is November 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 29.
How long is the growing season in Niceville, FL?
About 236 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Niceville, FL?
Niceville, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.