Frost dates for 75507 — Texarkana, TX
How Texarkana compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Texarkana falls between February 24 and April 4, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 1 and December 4.
- The median last frost is the same as the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 247-day growing season is longer than 53% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 46 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Shreveport, LA, 101 km away, the last frost here is 15 days later than there and the growing season is 22 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 24 |
| 50% (median) | March 15 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 4 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 1 |
| 50% (median) | November 17 |
| 90% (late) | December 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 Texarkana, TX
Frost dates for 75507 — Texarkana, TX — last frost Mar 15, first frost Nov 17, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Texarkana, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 21 – Jan 4 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | Feb 15 – Mar 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 20 |
| Kale | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Broccoli | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Cabbage | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 | — | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 18 – Feb 1 | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | — | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Okra | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 | — |
| Basil | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Aug 25 – Sep 15 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 8 – Mar 22 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Mar 29 – Apr 5 | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | — | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | — | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 15 – Feb 22 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 22 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 22 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 22 – Mar 15 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 29 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 1 – Mar 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 12 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 29 – Apr 19 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 3 – Dec 8 |
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 Texarkana, TX weather station, 3 km away (elevation 390 ft (119 m)).
ZIP codes in Texarkana: 75501 75503 75504 75505 75507 75599
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Texarkana, TX?
The median last spring frost in Texarkana, TX is March 15. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 4, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Texarkana, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 17, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 1.
How long is the growing season in Texarkana, TX?
About 247 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Texarkana, TX?
Texarkana, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.