Frost dates for 75249 — Dallas, TX
How Dallas compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Dallas falls between February 28 and April 8, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 27 and December 3.
- The median last frost is 5 days later than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 238-day growing season is longer than 38% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 4 days later than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 52 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 28 |
| 50% (median) | March 20 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 8 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 27 |
| 50% (median) | November 13 |
| 90% (late) | December 3 |
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 Dallas, TX
Frost dates for 75249 — Dallas, TX — last frost Mar 20, first frost Nov 13, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Dallas, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 26 – Jan 9 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 9 – Jan 23 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Feb 20 – Mar 27 | Sep 18 – Oct 16 |
| Kale | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Broccoli | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cabbage | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 23 – Feb 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | — | Aug 7 – Aug 28 |
| Okra | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — |
| Basil | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Aug 21 – Sep 11 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 6 – Feb 27 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 13 – Mar 27 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | Apr 3 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 20 – Feb 27 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 6 – Apr 3 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 6 – Mar 27 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 30 – Dec 4 |
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 Joe Pool Lake, TX weather station, 2 km away (elevation 591 ft (180 m)).
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Frost dates near Dallas
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- Midlothian Mar 16 · Nov 16
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Dallas, TX?
The median last spring frost in Dallas, TX is March 20. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 8, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Dallas, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 13, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 27.
How long is the growing season in Dallas, TX?
About 238 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Dallas, TX?
Dallas, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.