Frost dates for 70097 — Kenner, LA
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 5 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Kenner compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Kenner fall between December 31 and January 30. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 1, or the last frost as late as February 27.
- Kenner shares its weather station with Metairie, LA, 10 km away, so the two have the same frost dates.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 29 |
| 50% (median) | January 30 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 1 |
| 50% (median) | December 31 |
| 90% (late) | January 31 |
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 Kenner, LA
Frost dates for 70097 — Kenner, LA — last frost Jan 30, first frost Dec 31, 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 Kenner, LA
| 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 5 – Dec 3 |
| Kale | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Oct 22 – Nov 12 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | — | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | — | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| 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 8 – Oct 29 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 19 – Jan 9 | Nov 5 – Nov 26 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 26 – Feb 6 | Nov 19 – Dec 10 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 2 – Jan 9 | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| 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 8 – Oct 22 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 9 – Feb 6 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 9 – Jan 30 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 13 | Oct 22 – Nov 5 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Nov 5 – Nov 26 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 17 – Jan 21 |
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 New Orleans Intl Ap, LA weather station, 4 km away (elevation 3 ft (1 m)).
ZIP codes in Kenner: 70062 70063 70064 70065 70097
Frost dates near Kenner
- Ama Jan 30 · Dec 31
- Saint Rose Jan 30 · Dec 31
- Destrehan Jan 30 · Dec 31
- Metairie Jan 30 · Dec 31
- Westwego Jan 24 · Jan 2
- Luling Jan 30 · Dec 31
- New Sarpy Jan 30 · Dec 31
- Hahnville Jan 30 · Dec 31
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Kenner, LA?
The median last spring frost in Kenner, LA is January 30. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Kenner, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 31, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 1.
How long is the growing season in Kenner, LA?
About 335 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Kenner, LA?
Kenner, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.