Frost dates for 75253 — Dallas, TX
How Dallas compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Dallas falls between February 21 and March 31, a 38-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 2 and December 6.
- The median last frost is 3 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 252-day growing season is longer than 61% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 4 days earlier 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 40 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 21 |
| 50% (median) | March 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 31 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 2 |
| 50% (median) | November 19 |
| 90% (late) | December 6 |
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 75253 — Dallas, TX — last frost Mar 12, first frost Nov 19, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Dallas, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 18 – Jan 1 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 1 – Jan 15 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Feb 12 – Mar 19 | Sep 24 – Oct 22 |
| Kale | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Broccoli | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Cabbage | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Okra | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — |
| Basil | Jan 29 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 29 – Feb 19 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 29 – Feb 19 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 5 – Mar 19 | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | — | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | — | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 26 | Sep 10 – Sep 24 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | Sep 24 – Oct 15 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 5 – Dec 10 |
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 Ferris, TX weather station, 18 km away (elevation 469 ft (143 m)).
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Frost dates near Dallas
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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 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 31, 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 19, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 2.
How long is the growing season in Dallas, TX?
About 252 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.