Frost dates for 70563 — New Iberia, LA
Last spring frostFeb 15median date
First fall frostDec 3median date
Growing season291 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How New Iberia compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in New Iberia falls between January 17 and March 13, a 55-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 11 and January 4.
- The median last frost is 16 days earlier than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 291-day growing season is longer than 96% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is 16 days earlier than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 14 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Lafayette, LA, 34 km away, the last frost here is 11 days earlier than there and the growing season is 16 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 17 |
| 50% (median) | February 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 11 |
| 50% (median) | December 3 |
| 90% (late) | January 4 |
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 New Iberia, LA
Frost dates for 70563 — New Iberia, LA — last frost Feb 15, first frost Dec 3, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Nov 23 to Dec 7Transplant outside: Jan 18 to Feb 1
Start indoors: Dec 7 to Dec 21Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Dec 7 to Dec 21Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Oct 8 to Nov 5
Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Jan 18 to Feb 1Sow outdoors: Jan 18 to Feb 1Plant for fall: Sep 24 to Oct 15
Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Feb 1 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Jan 25 to Feb 8Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Start indoors: Dec 21 to Jan 4Transplant outside: Feb 1 to Feb 15Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Start indoors: Jan 4 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Mar 8 to Mar 22Sow outdoors: Mar 8 to Mar 22
Start indoors: Jan 4 to Jan 18Transplant outside: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 4 to Jan 25Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Jan 4 to Jan 25Plant for fall: Oct 8 to Oct 29
Sow outdoors: Jan 11 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Oct 22 to Nov 12
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 8Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Jan 25Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8Plant for fall: Sep 24 to Oct 8
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Jan 25Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Start indoors: Jan 18 to Jan 25Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 15
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Sep 24
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Sep 24 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Jan 25 to Feb 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Mar 1Plant for fall: Sep 24 to Oct 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 1 to Feb 22Plant for fall: Oct 8 to Oct 29
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 15Plant for fall: Sep 17 to Oct 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 22 to Mar 8
Transplant outside: Mar 1 to Mar 22
Plant for fall: Nov 19 to Dec 24
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in New Iberia, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 23 – Dec 7 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 7 – Dec 21 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | Jan 18 – Feb 22 | Oct 8 – Nov 5 |
| Kale | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Broccoli | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Cabbage | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Jan 25 – Feb 8 | — | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Okra | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | — |
| Basil | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 22 | Oct 22 – Nov 12 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | — | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | — | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 18 – Jan 25 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 22 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 22 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 25 – Feb 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 1 – Mar 1 | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 19 – Dec 24 |
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 Jeanerette 5 Nw, LA weather station, 8 km away (elevation 20 ft (6 m)).
ZIP codes in New Iberia: 70560 70562 70563
Frost dates near New Iberia
- Loreauville Feb 15 · Dec 3
- Lydia Feb 15 · Dec 3
- Jeanerette Feb 15 · Dec 3
- Cade Feb 19 · Dec 1
- Avery Island Feb 10 · Dec 11
- Broussard Feb 19 · Dec 1
- Saint Martinville Feb 19 · Dec 1
- Delcambre Feb 10 · Dec 11
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in New Iberia, LA?
The median last spring frost in New Iberia, LA is February 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in New Iberia, LA?
The median first fall frost is December 3, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 11.
How long is the growing season in New Iberia, LA?
About 291 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is New Iberia, LA?
New Iberia, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.