Frost dates for 34240 — Sarasota, 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 Sarasota compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Sarasota fall between January 6 and February 1. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 5, or the last frost as late as March 3.
- Sarasota shares its weather station with North Port, FL, 34 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | February 1 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 5 |
| 50% (median) | January 6 |
| 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.
Planting calendar for Sarasota, FL
Frost dates for 34240 — Sarasota, FL — last frost Feb 1, 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 Sarasota, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 9 – Nov 23 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | Jan 4 – Feb 8 | Nov 11 – Dec 9 |
| Kale | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Oct 28 – Nov 18 |
| Broccoli | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Cabbage | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Okra | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Basil | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Oct 14 – Nov 4 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 21 – Jan 11 | Nov 11 – Dec 2 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 28 – Feb 8 | Nov 25 – Dec 16 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Oct 21 – Nov 4 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | Oct 28 – Nov 11 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 4 – Jan 11 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 14 – Oct 28 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 28 – Nov 11 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 15 | Oct 28 – Nov 11 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 18 – Feb 8 | Nov 11 – Dec 2 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | Oct 21 – Nov 4 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 15 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| 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 Myakka Rvr Sp, FL weather station, 11 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
ZIP codes in Sarasota: 34230 34231 34232 34233 34234 34235 34236 34237 34238 34239 34240 34241 34242 34243 34249 34276 34277 34278
Frost dates near Sarasota
- Manasota Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Myakka City Feb 1 · Jan 6
- Bradenton Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Tallevast Jan 15 · Jan 10
- Osprey Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Laurel Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Oneco Jan 16 · Jan 11
- Nokomis Jan 25 · Jan 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Sarasota, FL?
The median last spring frost in Sarasota, FL is February 1. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 3, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Sarasota, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 6, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 5.
How long is the growing season in Sarasota, FL?
About 339 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Sarasota, FL?
Sarasota, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.