Frost dates for 34288 — North Port, 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 North Port compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in North Port fall between January 14 and January 21. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 27, or the last frost as late as February 14.
- Compared with Cape Coral, FL, 50 km away, the last frost here is 5 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 14 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 27 |
| 50% (median) | January 14 |
| 90% (late) | February 9 |
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
North Port, 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 Punta Gorda 4 Ese, FL weather station, 20 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
ZIP codes in North Port: 34286 34287 34288 34289 34290 34291
Frost dates near North Port
- Port Charlotte Jan 21 · Jan 14
- El Jobean Jan 21 · Jan 14
- Punta Gorda Jan 22 · Jan 10
- Murdock Jan 21 · Jan 14
- Rotonda West Jan 21 · Jan 14
- Englewood Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Arcadia Feb 7 · Jan 4
- Venice Jan 25 · Jan 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in North Port, FL?
The median last spring frost in North Port, FL is January 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 14, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in North Port, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 27.
How long is the growing season in North Port, FL?
About 358 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is North Port, FL?
North Port, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.