Frost dates for 34756 — Montverde, 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 Montverde compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Montverde fall between January 11 and January 29. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 21, or the last frost as late as February 26.
- Compared with Orlando, FL, 35 km away, the last frost here is 12 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 2 |
| 50% (median) | January 29 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 26 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 21 |
| 50% (median) | January 11 |
| 90% (late) | February 8 |
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 Montverde, FL
Frost dates for 34756 — Montverde, FL — last frost Jan 29, first frost Jan 11, zone 9b. 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 Montverde, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 6 – Nov 20 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 20 – Dec 4 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 20 – Dec 4 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Jan 1 – Feb 5 | Nov 16 – Dec 14 |
| Kale | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cabbage | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 4 – Dec 18 | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Okra | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — |
| Basil | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 8 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 8 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 25 – Feb 5 | Nov 30 – Dec 21 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 1 – Jan 8 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 8 – Feb 5 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 8 – Feb 5 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 8 – Jan 29 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 12 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 15 – Feb 5 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 26 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 28 – Feb 1 |
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 Clermont 9 S, FL weather station, 16 km away (elevation 131 ft (40 m)).
Frost dates near Montverde
- Ferndale Jan 29 · Jan 11
- Killarney Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Oakland Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Minneola Jan 29 · Jan 11
- Winter Garden Jan 28 · Jan 9
- Clermont Jan 29 · Jan 11
- Astatula Jan 26 · Jan 9
- Ocoee Jan 28 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Montverde, FL?
The median last spring frost in Montverde, FL is January 29. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 26, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Montverde, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 21.
How long is the growing season in Montverde, FL?
About 347 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Montverde, FL?
Montverde, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.