Frost dates for 78363 — Kingsville, TX
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 5 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How Kingsville compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in Kingsville fall between December 14 and February 3. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 21, or the last frost as late as March 6.
- Compared with Corpus Christi, TX, 55 km away, the last frost here is 19 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 27 |
| 50% (median) | February 3 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 6 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 21 |
| 50% (median) | December 14 |
| 90% (late) | January 22 |
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 Kingsville, TX
Frost dates for 78363 — Kingsville, TX — last frost Feb 3, first frost Dec 14, zone 9b. 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 Kingsville, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 11 – Nov 25 | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 25 – Dec 9 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 25 – Dec 9 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | Jan 6 – Feb 10 | Oct 19 – Nov 16 |
| Kale | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Jan 6 – Jan 20 | Oct 5 – Oct 26 |
| Broccoli | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cabbage | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 13 – Jan 27 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 9 – Dec 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | — | Sep 7 – Sep 28 |
| Okra | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | — |
| Basil | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 23 – Jan 13 | Sep 21 – Oct 12 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 23 – Jan 13 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 30 – Feb 10 | Nov 2 – Nov 23 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Feb 24 | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | — | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | — | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 6 – Jan 13 | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 10 | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 10 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 13 – Feb 3 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 17 | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 20 – Feb 10 | Oct 19 – Nov 9 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 10 – Mar 3 | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 17 – Mar 10 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 30 – Jan 4 |
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 Kingsville Naas, TX weather station, 9 km away (elevation 56 ft (17 m)).
ZIP codes in Kingsville: 78363 78364
Frost dates near Kingsville
- Riviera Feb 17 · Dec 8
- Bishop Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Driscoll Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Premont Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Sarita Feb 17 · Dec 8
- Ben Bolt Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Falfurrias Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Agua Dulce Feb 5 · Dec 10
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Kingsville, TX?
The median last spring frost in Kingsville, TX is February 3. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 6, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Kingsville, TX?
The median first fall frost is December 14, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 21.
How long is the growing season in Kingsville, TX?
About 314 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Kingsville, TX?
Kingsville, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9b.