Frost dates for 71306 — Alexandria, LA
Last spring frostFeb 27median date
First fall frostNov 27median date
Growing season273 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Alexandria compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Alexandria falls between January 31 and March 18, a 46-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 7 and December 19.
- The median last frost is 4 days earlier than the Louisiana median of Mar 3.
- Its 273-day growing season is longer than 78% of the 388 Louisiana places with a regular frost season (state median 266 days).
- The last frost is 4 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 24 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 31 |
| 50% (median) | February 27 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 18 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 7 |
| 50% (median) | November 27 |
| 90% (late) | December 19 |
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 Alexandria, LA
Frost dates for 71306 — Alexandria, LA — last frost Feb 27, first frost Nov 27, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 5 to Dec 19Transplant outside: Jan 30 to Feb 13
Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Start indoors: Dec 19 to Jan 2Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 30
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Jan 30 to Feb 13Sow outdoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 9
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Feb 6 to Feb 20Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 2 to Jan 16Transplant outside: Feb 13 to Feb 27Plant for fall: Aug 21 to Sep 11
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 20 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to Apr 3
Start indoors: Jan 16 to Jan 30Transplant outside: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Sow outdoors: Jan 16 to Feb 6Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Jan 16 to Feb 6Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 23 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Oct 16 to Nov 6
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 20Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 6Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 6Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 6Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Mar 27
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Sep 4 to Sep 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 6 to Feb 27
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 13Plant for fall: Sep 18 to Oct 2
Sow outdoors: Feb 13 to Mar 6Plant for fall: Oct 2 to Oct 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 27Plant for fall: Sep 11 to Sep 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 6 to Mar 20
Transplant outside: Mar 13 to Apr 3
Plant for fall: Nov 13 to Dec 18
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Alexandria, LA
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 5 – Dec 19 | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Jan 30 – Mar 6 | Oct 2 – Oct 30 |
| Kale | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Broccoli | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cabbage | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Okra | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Basil | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 16 – Feb 6 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 23 – Mar 6 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 30 – Feb 6 | Mar 13 – Mar 20 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 30 – Feb 6 | — | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 30 – Feb 6 | — | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 30 – Feb 6 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 6 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 6 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 13 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 6 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 6 – Mar 27 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 13 – Dec 18 |
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 Alexandria, LA weather station, 2 km away (elevation 89 ft (27 m)).
ZIP codes in Alexandria: 71301 71302 71303 71306 71307 71309 71315
Frost dates near Alexandria
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- Tioga Mar 2 · Nov 17
- Woodworth Mar 1 · Nov 22
- Pollock Mar 16 · Nov 8
- Gardner Mar 2 · Nov 17
- Boyce Mar 2 · Nov 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Alexandria, LA?
The median last spring frost in Alexandria, LA is February 27. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 18, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Alexandria, LA?
The median first fall frost is November 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 7.
How long is the growing season in Alexandria, LA?
About 273 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Alexandria, LA?
Alexandria, LA is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.