Frost dates for 33568 — Riverview, 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 Riverview compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Riverview fall between January 12 and January 20. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 23, or the last frost as late as February 10.
- Riverview shares its weather station with Tampa, FL, 8 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 27 |
| 50% (median) | January 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 23 |
| 50% (median) | January 12 |
| 90% (late) | February 5 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Gardening where frost is rare
Riverview, FL only freezes on a few winter nights, so the usual "plant after the last frost" rule doesn't apply. Heat and rainfall decide the seasons instead:
- Cool-season crops (lettuce, broccoli, peas, carrots) grow best from fall through late winter.
- Warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash) do best planted in late winter to spring, and again in late summer for a fall crop — midsummer heat can stop tomatoes setting fruit.
- Heat lovers (okra, sweet potatoes, melons) can be planted through spring and early summer.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Tampa Intl Ap, FL weather station, 14 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
ZIP codes in Riverview: 33568 33569 33578 33579
Frost dates near Riverview
- Gibsonton Jan 20 · Jan 9
- Tampa Jan 20 · Jan 12
- Seffner Jan 20 · Jan 12
- Apollo Beach Jan 20 · Jan 9
- Brandon Jan 30 · Jan 6
- Sun City Center Jan 20 · Jan 9
- Mango Jan 30 · Jan 6
- Ruskin Jan 20 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Riverview, FL?
The median last spring frost in Riverview, FL is January 20. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Riverview, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 12, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 23.
How long is the growing season in Riverview, FL?
About 357 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Riverview, FL?
Riverview, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.