Frost dates for 77553 — Galveston, TX
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 3 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Galveston compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Galveston fall between January 1 and January 25. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as December 9, or the last frost as late as February 21.
- Compared with League City, TX, 34 km away, the last frost here is 6 days earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 23 |
| 50% (median) | January 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 21 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | December 9 |
| 50% (median) | January 1 |
| 90% (late) | February 1 |
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 Galveston, TX
Frost dates for 77553 — Galveston, TX — last frost Jan 25, first frost Jan 1, zone 10a. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
When to plant vegetables in Galveston, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 2 – Nov 16 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 16 – Nov 30 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | Dec 28 – Feb 1 | Nov 6 – Dec 4 |
| Kale | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Oct 23 – Nov 13 |
| Broccoli | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Cabbage | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Cauliflower | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Okra | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | — |
| Basil | Dec 14 – Dec 28 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Nov 6 – Nov 27 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 21 – Feb 1 | Nov 20 – Dec 11 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Oct 9 – Oct 23 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Nov 6 – Nov 27 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 18 – Jan 22 |
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 Galveston, TX weather station, 4 km away (elevation 7 ft (2 m)).
ZIP codes in Galveston: 77550 77551 77552 77553 77554 77555
Frost dates near Galveston
- Texas City Jan 18 · Jan 7
- Port Bolivar Jan 25 · Jan 1
- La Marque Jan 18 · Jan 7
- Hitchcock Jan 18 · Jan 7
- Bacliff Jan 31 · Dec 14
- Dickinson Jan 31 · Dec 14
- Santa Fe Jan 31 · Dec 14
- Kemah Jan 31 · Dec 14
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Galveston, TX?
The median last spring frost in Galveston, TX is January 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 21, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Galveston, TX?
The median first fall frost is January 1, with about a 10% chance of frost before December 9.
How long is the growing season in Galveston, TX?
About 341 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Galveston, TX?
Galveston, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 10a.