Frost dates for 76164 — Fort Worth, TX
How Fort Worth compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Fort Worth falls between February 16 and March 25, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 3 and December 14.
- The median last frost is 10 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 264-day growing season is longer than 78% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 11 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 30 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Dallas, TX, 53 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there and the growing season is 8 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 16 |
| 50% (median) | March 5 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 25 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 3 |
| 50% (median) | November 24 |
| 90% (late) | December 14 |
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 76164 — Fort Worth, TX — last frost Mar 5, first frost Nov 24, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Fort Worth, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 11 – Dec 25 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Feb 5 – Mar 12 | Sep 29 – Oct 27 |
| Kale | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Broccoli | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cabbage | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Okra | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — |
| Basil | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 22 – Feb 12 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 29 – Mar 12 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 5 – Feb 12 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 12 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 5 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 12 – Apr 2 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 10 – Dec 15 |
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 Ft Worth Meacham Fld Naaf, TX weather station, 4 km away (elevation 705 ft (215 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
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fort Worth, TX?
The median last spring frost in Fort Worth, TX is March 5. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 25, 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 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 3.
How long is the growing season in Fort Worth, TX?
About 264 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.