Frost dates for 76177 — Fort Worth, TX
How Fort Worth compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Fort Worth falls between February 21 and April 3, a 41-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 31 and December 5.
- The median last frost is 3 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 250-day growing season is longer than 58% 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 45 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Dallas, TX, 52 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there and the growing season is 22 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 21 |
| 50% (median) | March 12 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 31 |
| 50% (median) | November 17 |
| 90% (late) | December 5 |
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 76177 — Fort Worth, TX — last frost Mar 12, first frost Nov 17, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Fort Worth, 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 22 – Oct 20 |
| Kale | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
| Broccoli | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Cabbage | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 15 – Jan 29 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | Aug 11 – Sep 1 |
| 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 25 – Sep 15 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 29 – Feb 19 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 5 – Mar 19 | Oct 6 – Oct 27 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | Mar 26 – Apr 2 | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 12 – Feb 19 | — | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| 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 25 – Sep 8 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 19 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 19 – Mar 12 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 26 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | Sep 22 – Oct 13 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 9 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| 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 Ft Worth Alliance Ap, TX weather station, 3 km away (elevation 686 ft (209 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
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- Southlake Mar 14 · Nov 17
- Haltom City Mar 10 · Nov 20
- Colleyville Mar 14 · Nov 17
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fort Worth, TX?
The median last spring frost in Fort Worth, TX is March 12. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 3, 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 17, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 31.
How long is the growing season in Fort Worth, TX?
About 250 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.