Frost dates for 78763 — Austin, TX
How Austin compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Austin falls between February 12 and March 23, a 39-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 5 and December 13.
- The median last frost is 11 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 265-day growing season is longer than 78% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 9a, where the median is Mar 3.
- The weather station records an average of 18 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 12 |
| 50% (median) | March 4 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 23 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 5 |
| 50% (median) | November 24 |
| 90% (late) | December 13 |
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 Austin, TX
Frost dates for 78763 — Austin, TX — last frost Mar 4, first frost Nov 24, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in Austin, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 10 – Dec 24 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 24 – Jan 7 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | Feb 4 – Mar 11 | Sep 29 – Oct 27 |
| Kale | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Feb 4 – Feb 18 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Broccoli | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cabbage | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 7 – Jan 21 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | — | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Okra | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | — |
| Basil | Jan 21 – Feb 4 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 21 – Feb 11 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 28 – Mar 11 | Oct 13 – Nov 3 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | — | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | — | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 4 – Feb 11 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 11 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 11 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 11 – Mar 4 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 18 | Sep 15 – Sep 29 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 18 – Mar 11 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 11 – Apr 1 | Sep 8 – Sep 22 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 18 – Apr 8 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 10 – Dec 15 |
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 Elgin 1 N, TX weather station, 18 km away (elevation 594 ft (181 m)).
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Frost dates near Austin
- Manor Mar 4 · Nov 24
- Pflugerville Mar 11 · Nov 20
- Elgin Mar 4 · Nov 24
- Del Valle Mar 12 · Nov 16
- Mc Neil Feb 20 · Dec 3
- Hutto Mar 8 · Nov 21
- Coupland Mar 8 · Nov 21
- Cedar Creek Mar 14 · Nov 19
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Austin, TX?
The median last spring frost in Austin, TX is March 4. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 23, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Austin, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 24, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 5.
How long is the growing season in Austin, TX?
About 265 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Austin, TX?
Austin, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.