Frost dates for 32703 — Apopka, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 2 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Apopka compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Apopka fall between January 9 and January 28. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 18, or the last frost as late as February 26.
- Compared with Orlando, FL, 20 km away, the last frost here is 11 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 18 |
| 50% (median) | January 9 |
| 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 Apopka, FL
Frost dates for 32703 — Apopka, FL — last frost Jan 28, first frost Jan 9, 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 Apopka, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 5 – Nov 19 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 19 – Dec 3 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Dec 31 – Feb 4 | Nov 14 – Dec 12 |
| Kale | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Oct 31 – Nov 21 |
| Broccoli | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cabbage | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Okra | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — |
| Basil | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Oct 17 – Nov 7 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Nov 14 – Dec 5 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 24 – Feb 4 | Nov 28 – Dec 19 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 17 – Oct 31 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 7 – Jan 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 31 – Nov 14 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | Nov 14 – Dec 5 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 26 – Jan 30 |
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 Orlando W, FL weather station, 15 km away (elevation 151 ft (46 m)).
ZIP codes in Apopka: 32703 32704 32712
Frost dates near Apopka
- Clarcona Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Ocoee Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Plymouth Feb 24 · Dec 29
- Gotha Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Maitland Jan 17 · Jan 13
- Zellwood Feb 24 · Dec 29
- Winter Garden Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Altamonte Springs Jan 24 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Apopka, FL?
The median last spring frost in Apopka, FL is January 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Apopka, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 9, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 18.
How long is the growing season in Apopka, FL?
About 346 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Apopka, FL?
Apopka, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.