Frost dates for 34290 — 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 19 and January 25. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 28, or the last frost as late as February 15.
- Compared with Cape Coral, FL, 54 km away, the last frost here is 9 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 3 |
| 50% (median) | January 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 15 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 28 |
| 50% (median) | January 19 |
| 90% (late) | February 11 |
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 North Port, FL
Frost dates for 34290 — North Port, FL — last frost Jan 25, first frost Jan 19, 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 North Port, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 2 – Nov 16 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Dec 28 – Feb 1 | Nov 24 – Dec 22 |
| Kale | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Nov 10 – Dec 1 |
| Broccoli | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cabbage | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cauliflower | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Okra | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Basil | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Oct 27 – Nov 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Nov 24 – Dec 15 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 21 – Feb 1 | Dec 8 – Dec 29 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Nov 3 – Nov 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Nov 10 – Nov 24 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Oct 27 – Nov 10 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Nov 10 – Nov 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Nov 10 – Nov 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Nov 24 – Dec 15 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Nov 3 – Nov 17 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 9 |
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 Venice, FL weather station, 20 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 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
- Englewood Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Venice Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Rotonda West Jan 21 · Jan 14
- Laurel Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Nokomis Jan 25 · Jan 19
- Placida Jan 21 · Jan 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in North Port, FL?
The median last spring frost in North Port, FL is January 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 15, 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 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 28.
How long is the growing season in North Port, FL?
About 359 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.