Frost dates for 79943 — El Paso, TX
How El Paso compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in El Paso falls between February 12 and March 19, a 35-day window. The first fall frost falls between November 6 and December 2.
- The median last frost is 13 days earlier than the Texas median of Mar 15.
- Its 263-day growing season is longer than 76% of the 1,316 Texas places with a regular frost season (state median 245 days).
- The last frost is 14 days earlier than the zone 8b median of Mar 16. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8b chart.
- The weather station records an average of 42 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | February 12 |
| 50% (median) | March 2 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | March 19 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 6 |
| 50% (median) | November 20 |
| 90% (late) | December 2 |
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 El Paso, TX
Frost dates for 79943 — El Paso, TX — last frost Mar 2, first frost Nov 20, zone 8b. whenisthelastfrost.com
When to plant vegetables in El Paso, TX
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 8 – Dec 22 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | — | — |
| Peppers | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Dec 22 – Jan 5 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | Feb 2 – Mar 9 | Sep 25 – Oct 23 |
| Kale | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 | Sep 11 – Oct 2 |
| Broccoli | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cabbage | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 5 – Jan 19 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 | — | Aug 14 – Sep 4 |
| Okra | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | — |
| Basil | Jan 19 – Feb 2 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Aug 28 – Sep 18 |
| Spinach | — | — | Jan 19 – Feb 9 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Radishes | — | — | Jan 26 – Mar 9 | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | Mar 16 – Mar 23 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | — | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | — | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 2 – Feb 9 | Mar 16 – Mar 30 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 9 | Aug 28 – Sep 11 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 9 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 9 – Mar 2 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 16 | Sep 11 – Sep 25 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Feb 16 – Mar 9 | Sep 25 – Oct 16 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 30 | Sep 4 – Sep 18 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Mar 16 – Apr 6 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 6 – Dec 11 |
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 El Paso Intl Ap, TX weather station, 12 km away (elevation 3,917 ft (1,194 m)).
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Frost dates near El Paso
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- San Elizario Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Clint Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Fabens Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Tornillo Mar 21 · Nov 6
- Fort Hancock Mar 29 · Nov 6
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in El Paso, TX?
The median last spring frost in El Paso, TX is March 2. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after March 19, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in El Paso, TX?
The median first fall frost is November 20, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 6.
How long is the growing season in El Paso, TX?
About 263 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is El Paso, TX?
El Paso, TX is in USDA hardiness zone 8b.