Frost dates for 34972 — Okeechobee, 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 Okeechobee compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Okeechobee fall between January 11 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 20, or the last frost as late as February 28.
- Compared with Port Saint Lucie, FL, 57 km away, the last frost here is 8 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 28 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 20 |
| 50% (median) | January 11 |
| 90% (late) | February 12 |
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 Okeechobee, FL
Frost dates for 34972 — Okeechobee, FL — last frost Jan 30, first frost Jan 11, 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 Okeechobee, FL
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 7 – Nov 21 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 21 – Dec 5 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Jan 2 – Feb 6 | Nov 16 – Dec 14 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Okra | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — |
| Basil | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Nov 30 – Dec 21 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| 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 Kissimmee Prairie Preserve, FL weather station, 23 km away (elevation 72 ft (22 m)).
ZIP codes in Okeechobee: 34972 34973 34974
Frost dates near Okeechobee
- Lorida Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Lake Placid Feb 26 · Dec 22
- River Ranch Jan 26 · Jan 10
- Sebring Jan 28 · Jan 8
- Fellsmere Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Kenansville Jan 26 · Jan 10
- Venus Feb 1 · Jan 8
- Vero Beach Jan 18 · Jan 13
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Okeechobee, FL?
The median last spring frost in Okeechobee, FL is January 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 28, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Okeechobee, FL?
The median first fall frost is January 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 20.
How long is the growing season in Okeechobee, FL?
About 346 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Okeechobee, FL?
Okeechobee, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.