Frost dates for 32829 — Orlando, 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 Orlando compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Orlando fall between January 10 and January 25. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 18, or the last frost as late as February 26.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 30 |
| 50% (median) | January 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 18 |
| 50% (median) | January 10 |
| 90% (late) | February 10 |
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 32829 — Orlando, FL — last frost Jan 25, first frost Jan 10, 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 2 – Nov 16 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Dec 28 – Feb 1 | Nov 15 – Dec 13 |
| Kale | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Nov 1 – Nov 22 |
| Broccoli | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cabbage | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cauliflower | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Okra | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Basil | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Oct 18 – Nov 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 21 – Feb 1 | Nov 29 – Dec 20 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 31 |
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 Intl Ap, FL weather station, 9 km away (elevation 89 ft (27 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
- Winter Park Jan 17 · Jan 13
- Goldenrod Jan 17 · Jan 13
- Maitland Jan 17 · Jan 13
- Christmas Jan 25 · Jan 13
- Casselberry Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Oviedo Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Altamonte Springs Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Winter Springs Jan 24 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Orlando, FL?
The median last spring frost in Orlando, FL is January 25. 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 Orlando, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 18.
How long is the growing season in Orlando, FL?
About 350 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.