Frost dates for 33845 — Haines City, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 4 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Haines City compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Haines City fall between January 4 and February 4. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 8, or the last frost as late as March 11.
- Compared with Kissimmee, FL, 34 km away, the last frost here is 7 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | February 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 8 |
| 50% (median) | January 4 |
| 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 Haines City, FL
Frost dates for 33845 — Haines City, FL — last frost Feb 4, first frost Jan 4, 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 Haines City, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 12 – Nov 26 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 26 – Dec 10 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Jan 7 – Feb 11 | Nov 9 – Dec 7 |
| Kale | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Oct 26 – Nov 16 |
| Broccoli | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Cabbage | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | — | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | — | Sep 28 – Oct 19 |
| Okra | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | — |
| Basil | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Oct 12 – Nov 2 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 24 – Jan 14 | Nov 9 – Nov 30 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 31 – Feb 11 | Nov 23 – Dec 14 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Feb 25 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 7 – Jan 14 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 12 – Oct 26 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 11 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 18 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Nov 9 – Nov 30 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 25 |
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 Mtn Lake, FL weather station, 7 km away (elevation 125 ft (38 m)).
ZIP codes in Haines City: 33844 33845
Frost dates near Haines City
- Alturas Feb 4 · Jan 4
- Dundee Feb 4 · Jan 4
- Waverly Feb 4 · Jan 4
- Lake Hamilton Jan 16 · Jan 9
- Lakeshore Jan 16 · Jan 9
- Winter Haven Jan 16 · Jan 9
- Eagle Lake Jan 16 · Jan 9
- Lake Wales Feb 4 · Jan 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Haines City, FL?
The median last spring frost in Haines City, FL is February 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 11, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Haines City, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 4, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 8.
How long is the growing season in Haines City, FL?
About 334 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Haines City, FL?
Haines City, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.