Frost dates for 77904 — Victoria, TX
Last spring frostFeb 14median date
First fall frostDec 9median date
Growing season298 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How Victoria compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Victoria falls between January 17 and March 13, a 55-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 17 and January 8.
- The median last frost is 29 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 298-day growing season is among the longest of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season.
- The last frost is 17 days earlier than the zone 9a median of Mar 3. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 9a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 14 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 17 |
| 50% (median) | February 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 13 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 17 |
| 50% (median) | December 9 |
| 90% (late) | January 8 |
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 Victoria, TX
Frost dates for 77904 — Victoria, TX — last frost Feb 14, first frost Dec 9, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Nov 22 to Dec 6Transplant outside: Jan 17 to Jan 31
Start indoors: Dec 6 to Dec 20Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14
Start indoors: Dec 6 to Dec 20Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Jan 24 to Feb 7Sow outdoors: Jan 17 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 11
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Jan 17 to Jan 31Sow outdoors: Jan 17 to Jan 31Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 21
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Jan 31 to Feb 14Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Jan 24 to Feb 7Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Start indoors: Dec 20 to Jan 3Transplant outside: Jan 31 to Feb 14Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Mar 7 to Mar 21Sow outdoors: Mar 7 to Mar 21
Start indoors: Jan 3 to Jan 17Transplant outside: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Sow outdoors: Jan 3 to Jan 24Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Sow outdoors: Jan 3 to Jan 24Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 4
Sow outdoors: Jan 10 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Oct 28 to Nov 18
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 7Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 24Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 14
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 24Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Start indoors: Jan 17 to Jan 24Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 24 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Jan 24 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 24 to Feb 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Feb 28Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 14
Sow outdoors: Jan 31 to Feb 21Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 4
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 14Plant for fall: Sep 23 to Oct 7
Sow outdoors: Feb 21 to Mar 7
Transplant outside: Feb 28 to Mar 21
Plant for fall: Nov 25 to Dec 30
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Victoria, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | Jan 17 – Feb 21 | Oct 14 – Nov 11 |
| Kale | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Broccoli | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | — | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Cabbage | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Jan 24 – Feb 7 | — | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Jan 31 – Feb 14 | — | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Okra | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | Mar 7 – Mar 21 | — |
| Basil | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 3 – Jan 24 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 3 – Jan 24 | Oct 14 – Nov 4 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 21 | Oct 28 – Nov 18 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 17 – Jan 24 | Feb 28 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Sep 23 – Oct 7 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 17 – Jan 24 | — | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 17 – Jan 24 | — | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 17 – Jan 24 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 21 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 21 | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 24 – Feb 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 31 – Feb 28 | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 31 – Feb 21 | Oct 14 – Nov 4 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 14 | Sep 23 – Oct 7 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 28 – Mar 21 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 25 – Dec 30 |
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 Victoria Fire Dept #5, TX weather station, 2 km away (elevation 102 ft (31 m)).
ZIP codes in Victoria: 77901 77902 77903 77904 77905
Frost dates near Victoria
- Telferner Feb 4 · Dec 9
- Nursery Feb 14 · Dec 9
- Inez Feb 4 · Dec 9
- Thomaston Feb 14 · Dec 9
- Placedo Feb 4 · Dec 9
- Bloomington Feb 4 · Dec 9
- Fannin Feb 17 · Dec 8
- Meyersville Mar 2 · Nov 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Victoria, TX?
The median last spring frost in Victoria, TX is February 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 13, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Victoria, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 9, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 17.
How long is the growing season in Victoria, TX?
About 298 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Victoria, TX?
Victoria, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.