Frost dates for 34773 — Saint Cloud, 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 Saint Cloud compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Saint Cloud fall between January 10 and January 26. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 20, or the last frost as late as February 22.
- Compared with Melbourne, FL, 38 km away, the last frost here is 6 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 2 |
| 50% (median) | January 26 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 22 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 20 |
| 50% (median) | January 10 |
| 90% (late) | February 7 |
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 Saint Cloud, FL
Frost dates for 34773 — Saint Cloud, FL — last frost Jan 26, first frost Jan 10, 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 Saint Cloud, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 3 – Nov 17 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 17 – Dec 1 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 17 – Dec 1 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Dec 29 – Feb 2 | Nov 15 – Dec 13 |
| Kale | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Dec 29 – Jan 12 | Nov 1 – Nov 22 |
| Broccoli | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cabbage | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 1 – Dec 15 | Jan 12 – Jan 26 | — | Oct 4 – Oct 25 |
| Okra | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — |
| Basil | Dec 15 – Dec 29 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 15 – Jan 5 | Oct 18 – Nov 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 15 – Jan 5 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 22 – Feb 2 | Nov 29 – Dec 20 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 16 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 29 – Jan 5 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 2 | Oct 18 – Nov 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 5 – Feb 2 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 5 – Jan 26 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 9 | Nov 1 – Nov 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 12 – Feb 2 | Nov 15 – Dec 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 23 | Oct 25 – Nov 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 27 – Jan 31 |
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 Kenansville, FL weather station, 29 km away (elevation 62 ft (19 m)).
ZIP codes in Saint Cloud: 34769 34770 34771 34772 34773
Frost dates near Saint Cloud
- Kenansville Jan 26 · Jan 10
- Rockledge Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Cocoa Jan 29 · Jan 16
- Orlando (Brevard) Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Sharpes Jan 24 · Jan 9
- Melbourne Jan 20 · Jan 12
- Palm Bay Jan 20 · Jan 12
- Satellite Beach Jan 24 · Jan 9
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Saint Cloud, FL?
The median last spring frost in Saint Cloud, FL is January 26. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 22, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Saint Cloud, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 20.
How long is the growing season in Saint Cloud, FL?
About 349 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Saint Cloud, FL?
Saint Cloud, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.