Frost dates for 32821 — Orlando, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 3 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Orlando compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Orlando fall between January 6 and January 28. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 17, or the last frost as late as February 25.
- Compared with Tampa, FL, 110 km away, the last frost here is 8 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 31 |
| 50% (median) | January 28 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 17 |
| 50% (median) | January 6 |
| 90% (late) | February 7 |
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 Orlando, FL
Frost dates for 32821 — Orlando, FL — last frost Jan 28, first frost Jan 6, zone 10a. 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 Orlando, 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 11 – Dec 9 |
| Kale | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Oct 28 – Nov 18 |
| Broccoli | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Cabbage | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| 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 14 – Nov 4 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 7 | Nov 11 – Dec 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 24 – Feb 4 | Nov 25 – Dec 16 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 18 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 21 – Nov 4 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 31 – Jan 7 | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Oct 28 – Nov 11 |
| 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 14 – Oct 28 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 7 – Feb 4 | Oct 28 – Nov 11 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 7 – Jan 28 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 28 – Nov 11 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | Nov 11 – Dec 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | Oct 21 – Nov 4 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 23 – Jan 27 |
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 Kissimmee, FL weather station, 14 km away (elevation 59 ft (18 m)).
ZIP codes in Orlando: 32801 32802 32803 32804 32805 32806 32807 32808 32809 32810 32811 32812 32814 32816 32817 32818 32819 32820 32821 32822 32824 32825 32826 32827 32828 32829 32830 32831 32832 32833 32834 32835 32836 32837 32839 32853 32854 32855 32856 32857 32858 32859 32860 32861 32862 32867 32868 32869 32872 32877 32878 32885 32886 32887 32891 32896 32897
Frost dates near Orlando
- Windermere Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Intercession City Jan 28 · Jan 6
- Kissimmee Jan 28 · Jan 6
- Gotha Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Loughman Jan 28 · Jan 6
- Winter Garden Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Ocoee Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Oakland Jan 28 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Orlando, FL?
The median last spring frost in Orlando, FL is January 28. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 25, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Orlando, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 6, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 17.
How long is the growing season in Orlando, FL?
About 343 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Orlando, FL?
Orlando, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.