Frost dates for 78130 — New Braunfels, TX
Last spring frostFeb 25median date
First fall frostNov 25median date
Growing season273 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone9aZone 9a
How New Braunfels compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in New Braunfels falls between January 28 and March 20, a 51-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 5 and December 16.
- The median last frost is 18 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 273-day growing season is longer than 83% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 6 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 19 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with San Antonio, TX, 50 km away, the last frost here is the same as there and the growing season is 3 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | January 28 |
| 50% (median) | February 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 20 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 5 |
| 50% (median) | November 25 |
| 90% (late) | December 16 |
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 New Braunfels, TX
Frost dates for 78130 — New Braunfels, TX — last frost Feb 25, first frost Nov 25, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Dec 3 to Dec 17Transplant outside: Jan 28 to Feb 11
Start indoors: Dec 17 to Dec 31Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25
Start indoors: Dec 17 to Dec 31Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 4 to Feb 18Sow outdoors: Jan 28 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 28
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Jan 28 to Feb 11Sow outdoors: Jan 28 to Feb 11Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Oct 7
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 4 to Feb 18Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Start indoors: Dec 31 to Jan 14Transplant outside: Feb 11 to Feb 25Plant for fall: Aug 19 to Sep 9
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Mar 18 to Apr 1Sow outdoors: Mar 18 to Apr 1
Start indoors: Jan 14 to Jan 28Transplant outside: Mar 4 to Mar 18
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Jan 14 to Feb 4Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 21
Sow outdoors: Jan 21 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Oct 14 to Nov 4
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 18Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 4Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Sep 30
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 4Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18
Start indoors: Jan 28 to Feb 4Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Mar 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 2 to Sep 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 4 to Feb 25
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 11Plant for fall: Sep 16 to Sep 30
Sow outdoors: Feb 11 to Mar 4Plant for fall: Sep 30 to Oct 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 25Plant for fall: Sep 9 to Sep 23
Sow outdoors: Mar 4 to Mar 18
Transplant outside: Mar 11 to Apr 1
Plant for fall: Nov 11 to Dec 16
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in New Braunfels, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 3 – Dec 17 | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 17 – Dec 31 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Jan 28 – Mar 4 | Sep 30 – Oct 28 |
| Kale | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Jan 28 – Feb 11 | Sep 16 – Oct 7 |
| Broccoli | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Cabbage | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 31 – Jan 14 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Okra | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — |
| Basil | Jan 14 – Jan 28 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 14 – Feb 4 | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 21 – Mar 4 | Oct 14 – Nov 4 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 28 – Feb 4 | Mar 11 – Mar 18 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 28 – Feb 4 | — | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 28 – Feb 4 | — | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 28 – Feb 4 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 4 – Mar 4 | Sep 2 – Sep 16 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 4 – Mar 4 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 4 – Feb 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 11 | Sep 16 – Sep 30 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 25 | Sep 9 – Sep 23 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 11 – Dec 16 |
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 New Braunfels Wfo, TX weather station, 5 km away (elevation 627 ft (191 m)).
ZIP codes in New Braunfels: 78130 78131 78132 78135
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Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in New Braunfels, TX?
The median last spring frost in New Braunfels, TX is February 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 20, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in New Braunfels, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 25, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 5.
How long is the growing season in New Braunfels, TX?
About 273 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is New Braunfels, TX?
New Braunfels, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.