Frost dates for 76179 — 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 2, a 40-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 2 and December 9.
- The median last frost is 2 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 typical for zone 8b, where the median is Mar 16.
- The weather station records an average of 40 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Dallas, TX, 61 km away, the last frost here is 11 days later than there and the growing season is 20 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 21 |
| 50% (median) | March 13 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 2 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 2 |
| 50% (median) | November 20 |
| 90% (late) | December 9 |
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 76179 — Fort Worth, TX — last frost Mar 13, first frost Nov 20, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Fort Worth, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 19 – Jan 2 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 2 – Jan 16 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | Feb 13 – Mar 20 | Sep 25 – Oct 23 |
| Kale | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Broccoli | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cabbage | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 20 – Mar 6 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 16 – Jan 30 | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Okra | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — |
| Basil | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 30 – Feb 20 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 6 – Mar 20 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 13 – Feb 20 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 20 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 20 – Mar 13 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 27 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 27 – Mar 20 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 10 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 27 – Apr 17 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 6 – Dec 11 |
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 Nature Ctr, TX weather station, 8 km away (elevation 617 ft (188 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 13. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 2, 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 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 2.
How long is the growing season in Fort Worth, TX?
About 252 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.