Frost dates for 34974 — Okeechobee, FL
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 2 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 31. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 23, or the last frost as late as March 1.
- Compared with Port Saint Lucie, FL, 46 km away, the last frost here is 9 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 1 |
| 50% (median) | January 31 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 1 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 23 |
| 50% (median) | January 11 |
| 90% (late) | February 13 |
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 34974 — Okeechobee, FL — last frost Jan 31, 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 8 – Nov 22 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Jan 3 – Feb 7 | Nov 16 – Dec 14 |
| Kale | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cabbage | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Okra | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — |
| Basil | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 27 – Feb 7 | Nov 30 – Dec 21 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 10 – Jan 31 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Nov 2 – Nov 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Nov 16 – Dec 7 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Oct 26 – Nov 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| 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 Okeechobee, FL weather station, 6 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
ZIP codes in Okeechobee: 34972 34973 34974
Frost dates near Okeechobee
- Indiantown Jan 26 · Jan 15
- Lorida Jan 30 · Jan 11
- Canal Point rare frost
- Port Saint Lucie Jan 22 · Jan 12
- Pahokee rare frost
- Lake Placid Feb 26 · Dec 22
- Fort Pierce Jan 22 · Jan 12
- Palmdale Jan 27 · Jan 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Okeechobee, FL?
The median last spring frost in Okeechobee, FL is January 31. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 1, 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 23.
How long is the growing season in Okeechobee, FL?
About 345 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.