Frost dates for 78364 — 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 20 and January 25. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 25, or the last frost as late as March 3.
- Compared with Corpus Christi, TX, 50 km away, the last frost here is 10 days later than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 18 |
| 50% (median) | January 25 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 3 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 25 |
| 50% (median) | December 20 |
| 90% (late) | January 21 |
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 78364 — Kingsville, TX — last frost Jan 25, first frost Dec 20, 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 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 | Oct 25 – Nov 22 |
| Kale | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Dec 28 – Jan 11 | Oct 11 – Nov 1 |
| Broccoli | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Cabbage | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 4 – Jan 18 | — | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| Cauliflower | Nov 30 – Dec 14 | Jan 11 – Jan 25 | — | Sep 13 – Oct 4 |
| 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 | Sep 27 – Oct 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 14 – Jan 4 | Oct 25 – Nov 15 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 21 – Feb 1 | Nov 8 – Nov 29 |
| Cucumbers | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | Feb 8 – Feb 15 | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Dec 28 – Jan 4 | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| 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 | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 4 – Feb 1 | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 4 – Jan 25 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 8 | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 11 – Feb 1 | Oct 25 – Nov 15 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 22 | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 8 – Mar 1 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Dec 6 – Jan 10 |
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, TX weather station, 2 km away (elevation 56 ft (17 m)).
ZIP codes in Kingsville: 78363 78364
Frost dates near Kingsville
- Bishop Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Driscoll Feb 13 · Dec 7
- Riviera Feb 17 · Dec 8
- Ben Bolt Jan 29 · Dec 29
- Agua Dulce Feb 5 · Dec 10
- Premont Feb 25 · Dec 1
- Banquete Jan 26 · Dec 24
- Alice Jan 29 · Dec 29
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Kingsville, TX?
The median last spring frost in Kingsville, TX is January 25. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 3, 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 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 25.
How long is the growing season in Kingsville, TX?
About 329 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.