Frost dates for 76140 — Fort Worth, TX
Last spring frostMar 21median date
First fall frostNov 14median date
Growing season238 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8bZone 8b
How Fort Worth compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Fort Worth falls between February 28 and April 10, a 41-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 29 and December 2.
- The median last frost is 6 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 5 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 39 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Dallas, TX, 49 km away, the last frost here is 19 days later than there and the growing season is 34 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 28 |
| 50% (median) | March 21 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 10 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 29 |
| 50% (median) | November 14 |
| 90% (late) | December 2 |
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 Fort Worth, TX
Frost dates for 76140 — Fort Worth, TX — last frost Mar 21, first frost Nov 14, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Start indoors: Dec 27 to Jan 10Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 10 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 17
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 26
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Jan 24 to Feb 7Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Plant for fall: Aug 8 to Aug 29
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Apr 11 to Apr 25Sow outdoors: Apr 11 to Apr 25
Start indoors: Feb 7 to Feb 21Transplant outside: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Feb 7 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Feb 14 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Oct 3 to Oct 24
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 11Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Start indoors: Feb 21 to Feb 28Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 18
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Aug 22 to Sep 5
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Feb 28 to Mar 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Apr 4Plant for fall: Sep 5 to Sep 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 28Plant for fall: Sep 19 to Oct 10
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 18Plant for fall: Aug 29 to Sep 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 28 to Apr 11
Transplant outside: Apr 4 to Apr 25
Plant for fall: Oct 31 to Dec 5
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Fort Worth, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 27 – Jan 10 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Feb 21 – Mar 28 | Sep 19 – Oct 17 |
| Kale | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Sep 5 – Sep 26 |
| Broccoli | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cabbage | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — | Aug 8 – Aug 29 |
| Okra | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 | — |
| Basil | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Aug 22 – Sep 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 14 – Mar 28 | Oct 3 – Oct 24 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 11 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 21 – Feb 28 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 28 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 7 – Apr 4 | Sep 5 – Sep 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 7 – Mar 28 | Sep 19 – Oct 10 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 18 | Aug 29 – Sep 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 28 – Apr 11 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 4 – Apr 25 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 31 – Dec 5 |
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 Burleson, TX weather station, 14 km away (elevation 761 ft (232 m)).
ZIP codes in Fort Worth: 76101 76102 76103 76104 76105 76106 76107 76108 76109 76110 76111 76112 76113 76114 76115 76116 76118 76119 76120 76121 76122 76123 76124 76126 76129 76130 76131 76132 76133 76134 76135 76136 76137 76140 76147 76148 76150 76155 76161 76162 76163 76164 76166 76177 76179 76181 76185 76190 76191 76192 76193 76195 76196 76197 76198 76199
Frost dates near Fort Worth
- Kennedale Mar 9 · Nov 21
- Burleson Mar 21 · Nov 14
- Crowley Mar 21 · Nov 14
- Naval Air Station Jrb Mar 5 · Nov 24
- Mansfield Mar 9 · Nov 21
- Lillian Mar 21 · Nov 14
- Arlington Mar 9 · Nov 21
- Alvarado Mar 21 · Nov 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fort Worth, TX?
The median last spring frost in Fort Worth, TX is March 21. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 10, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Fort Worth, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 29.
How long is the growing season in Fort Worth, TX?
About 238 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Fort Worth, TX?
Fort Worth, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.