Frost dates for 32941 — Melbourne, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 1 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Melbourne compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Melbourne fall between January 11 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 21, or the last frost as late as March 1.
- Compared with Palm Bay, FL, 15 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 21 |
| 50% (median) | January 11 |
| 90% (late) | February 14 |
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 Melbourne, FL
Frost dates for 32941 — Melbourne, FL — last frost Jan 30, first frost Jan 11, 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 Melbourne, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 7 – Nov 21 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Jan 2 – Feb 6 | Nov 16 – Dec 14 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Okra | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — |
| Basil | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Nov 30 – Dec 21 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 28 – Feb 1 |
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 Palm Bay, FL weather station, 12 km away (elevation 26 ft (8 m)).
ZIP codes in Melbourne: 32901 32902 32904 32912 32919 32934 32935 32936 32940 32941
Frost dates near Melbourne
- Grant Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Malabar Jan 16 · Jan 13
- Roseland Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Melbourne Beach Jan 16 · Jan 13
- Palm Bay Jan 20 · Jan 12
- Sebastian Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Fellsmere Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Indialantic Jan 20 · Jan 12
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Melbourne, FL?
The median last spring frost in Melbourne, FL is January 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 1, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Melbourne, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 21.
How long is the growing season in Melbourne, FL?
About 346 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Melbourne, FL?
Melbourne, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.