Frost Dates for Orlando, FL 32816
Orlando has 34 ZIP codes. The Orlando, FL frost page lists all of them with their dates.
Last spring frost January 30 · First fall frost January 9 · 344 frost-free days · USDA Zone 10a
ZIP 32816 has about 12,600 people, one of 34 ZIP codes in Orlando.
Very long season: 344 frost-free days.
Frost probability for 32816
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | March 4 | January 30 | — |
| Fall (first frost) | December 11 | January 9 | — |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at KISSIMMEE 2 (42.4 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Which crops fit a 344-day season in Orlando
In Orlando (344 frost-free days, a very long season), 30 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 25 get two plantings, 1 crop is perennial.
| Crop | Start indoors | Plant out / sow | Days you have | Verdict | Last sow date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomato | Dec 26 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 302 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 302 available after Feb 13. | Sep 9 |
| Pepper | Dec 19 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 302 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 302 available after Feb 13. | Sep 14 |
| Lettuce | Dec 5 | Jan 2–Jan 9 | 379 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 2 and again by Nov 18; both mature before Jan 16. | Nov 18 |
| Carrots | — | Jan 9–Jan 16 | 386 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 386 available after Jan 9. | Nov 7 |
| Cucumber | Jan 9 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 316 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 13 and again by Oct 13; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 13 |
| Beans | — | Feb 6–Feb 20 | 330 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 6 and again by Oct 20; both mature before Jan 2. | Oct 20 |
| Peas | — | Dec 5–Feb 13 | 407 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 407 available after Dec 5. | Oct 29 |
| Zucchini | Jan 16 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 316 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 13 and again by Oct 18; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 18 |
| Onion | Nov 7 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 379 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 379 available after Jan 2. | — |
| Spinach | — | Dec 5–Jan 23 | 421 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 5 and again by Dec 7; both mature before Jan 30. | Dec 7 |
| Kale | Nov 21 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 393 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 2 and again by Nov 22; both mature before Jan 30. | Nov 22 |
| Broccoli | Dec 5 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 379 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 379 available after Jan 2. | Oct 14 |
| Cabbage | Dec 5 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 393 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 393 available after Jan 2. | Nov 7 |
| Radish | — | Dec 5–Feb 27 | 407 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 5 and again by Dec 8; both mature before Jan 16. | Dec 8 |
| Beets | — | Dec 5–Feb 27 | 407 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 5 and again by Nov 8; both mature before Jan 16. | Nov 8 |
| Potatoes | — | Jan 16–Jan 23 | 365 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 365 available after Jan 16. | — |
| Garlic | — | Jan 9 | 449 | overwinter: Plant Jan 9 to Jan 30; harvest the following summer. | Jan 30 |
| Strawberry | — | Dec 26–Feb 20 | 400 | perennial: A perennial: plant Dec 26; it fruits from the following year and keeps producing for several years. | — |
| Corn | Jan 2 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 316 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 316 available after Feb 6. | Sep 21 |
| Pumpkin | Jan 16 | Feb 13–Feb 13 | 309 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 309 available after Feb 13. | Aug 27 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 19 | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 358 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 358 available after Jan 23. | Oct 19 |
| Swiss Chard | Dec 5 | Jan 16–Jan 16 | 365 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 16 and again by Nov 8; both mature before Jan 16. | Nov 8 |
| Arugula | — | Dec 5–Feb 27 | 421 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 5 and again by Dec 7; both mature before Jan 30. | Dec 7 |
| Brussel Sprouts | Dec 5 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 393 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 393 available after Jan 2. | Oct 8 |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 16 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 309 | fits: 100 days to maturity, 309 available after Feb 13. | Aug 27 |
| Eggplant | Dec 12 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 302 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 302 available after Feb 13. | Sep 19 |
| Okra | Jan 2 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 323 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 6 and again by Oct 18; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 18 |
| Basil | Dec 26 | Feb 20–Feb 20 | 309 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 20 and again by Oct 13; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 13 |
| Cilantro | — | Jan 2–Jan 23 | 379 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 2 and again by Nov 13; both mature before Jan 16. | Nov 13 |
| Parsley | Nov 21 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 344 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 344 available after Feb 6. | Oct 24 |
| Celery | Nov 21 | Feb 6–Feb 20 | 344 | fits: 120 days to maturity, 344 available after Feb 6. | Sep 4 |
| Scallions | Nov 21 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 393 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 2 and again by Nov 17; both mature before Jan 30. | Nov 17 |
| Turnip | — | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 393 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 2 and again by Nov 27; both mature before Jan 30. | Nov 27 |
| Kohlrabi | — | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 407 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 19 and again by Nov 22; both mature before Jan 30. | Nov 22 |
| Bok Choy | Jan 2 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 358 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 23 and again by Nov 18; both mature before Jan 16. | Nov 18 |
| Collards | Nov 21 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 393 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 2 and again by Nov 17; both mature before Jan 30. | Nov 17 |
| Cantaloupe | Jan 16 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 302 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 302 available after Feb 13. | Sep 4 |
| Chives | Nov 7 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 358 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 358 available after Feb 6. | — |
| Dill | — | Dec 5–Feb 27 | 407 | two-plantings: Plant Dec 5 and again by Nov 8; both mature before Jan 16. | Nov 8 |
| Oregano | Nov 21 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 358 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 358 available after Feb 6. | — |
| Rosemary | Nov 7 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 344 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 344 available after Feb 6. | — |
| Sage | Dec 5 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 358 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 358 available after Feb 6. | — |
| Thyme | Nov 21 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 358 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 358 available after Feb 6. | — |
| Calendula | Dec 19 | Jan 16–Jan 30 | 365 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 16 and again by Nov 13; both mature before Jan 16. | Nov 13 |
| Cosmos | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 330 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 30 and again by Oct 13; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 13 |
| Lavender | Nov 7 | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 365 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 365 available after Jan 30. | — |
| Marigolds | Dec 19 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 330 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 30 and again by Oct 23; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 23 |
| Melons | Jan 16 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 302 | fits: 85 days to maturity, 302 available after Feb 13. | Sep 4 |
| Mint | — | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 365 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 365 available after Jan 30. | — |
| Nasturtiums | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 330 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 30 and again by Oct 18; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 18 |
| Pole Beans | — | Feb 6–Feb 20 | 323 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 323 available after Feb 6. | Oct 8 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 16 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 309 | fits: 90 days to maturity, 309 available after Feb 13. | Sep 6 |
| Sunflowers | — | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 330 | fits: 70 days to maturity, 330 available after Jan 30. | Oct 3 |
| Tomatillos | Dec 5 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 309 | fits: 75 days to maturity, 309 available after Feb 6. | Sep 14 |
| Watermelon | Jan 16 | Feb 6–Feb 13 | 309 | fits: 80 days to maturity, 309 available after Feb 6. | Sep 9 |
| Yellow Squash | Jan 16 | Feb 13–Feb 20 | 316 | two-plantings: Plant Feb 13 and again by Oct 18; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 18 |
| Zinnias | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 13 | 330 | two-plantings: Plant Jan 30 and again by Oct 13; both mature before Dec 26. | Oct 13 |
Month by month in Orlando
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Start indoors: Bok Choy (Jan 2), Corn (Jan 2), Cosmos (Jan 2), Nasturtiums (Jan 2), Okra (Jan 2), Zinnias (Jan 2), +9 more. Direct sow from: Cilantro (Jan 2), Turnip (Jan 2), Carrots (Jan 9), Garlic (Jan 9), Potatoes (Jan 16), Sunflowers (Jan 30). Transplant from: Broccoli (Jan 2), Brussel Sprouts (Jan 2), Cabbage (Jan 2), Collards (Jan 2), Kale (Jan 2), Lettuce (Jan 2), +12 more. Last frost around January 30. First frost around January 9. Last sowing dates: Garlic (Jan 30). |
| February | Direct sow from: Beans (Feb 6), Pole Beans (Feb 6). Transplant from: Celery (Feb 6), Chives (Feb 6), Corn (Feb 6), Okra (Feb 6), Oregano (Feb 6), Parsley (Feb 6), +17 more. |
| March | Transplant warm-season crops outdoors. Sow beans, cucumbers, and squash. |
| April | Main warm-season planting window. Direct sow melons and sweet corn. |
| May | Succession plant lettuce. Keep beds irrigated as temperatures climb. |
| June | Monitor for heat stress. Harvest zucchini and cucumbers frequently. |
| July | Harvest regularly to encourage continued production. Watch for pests. |
| August | Last sowing dates: Butternut Squash (Aug 27), Pumpkin (Aug 27). |
| September | Last sowing dates: Cantaloupe (Sep 4), Celery (Sep 4), Melons (Sep 4), Spaghetti Squash (Sep 6), Tomato (Sep 9), Watermelon (Sep 9), +4 more. |
| October | Last sowing dates: Sunflowers (Oct 3), Brussel Sprouts (Oct 8), Pole Beans (Oct 8), Basil (Oct 13), Cosmos (Oct 13), Cucumber (Oct 13), +11 more. |
| November | Start indoors: Chives (Nov 7), Lavender (Nov 7), Onion (Nov 7), Rosemary (Nov 7), Celery (Nov 21), Collards (Nov 21), +5 more. Last sowing dates: Cabbage (Nov 7), Carrots (Nov 7), Beets (Nov 8), Dill (Nov 8), Swiss Chard (Nov 8), Calendula (Nov 13), +8 more. |
| December | Start indoors: Broccoli (Dec 5), Brussel Sprouts (Dec 5), Cabbage (Dec 5), Lettuce (Dec 5), Sage (Dec 5), Swiss Chard (Dec 5), +8 more. Direct sow from: Arugula (Dec 5), Beets (Dec 5), Dill (Dec 5), Peas (Dec 5), Radish (Dec 5), Spinach (Dec 5), +1 more. Plant: Strawberry (Dec 26). Last sowing dates: Arugula (Dec 7), Spinach (Dec 7), Radish (Dec 8). |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Orlando, FL (ZIP 32816)?
The median last spring frost date for Orlando, FL (ZIP code 32816) is around January 30. This is the 50th-percentile date — meaning half of all years see frost end before this date. Use the 10% and 90% dates to understand the full range of risk in your area.
What is the first fall frost date in Orlando, FL?
The median first fall frost date for Orlando, FL is around January 9. Plan to harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops like tomatoes and peppers at least a week before this date to avoid losses. The first frost arrives around December 11 in the earliest one-in-ten years, so cover tomatoes and peppers from then.
How long is the growing season in Orlando, FL?
The frost-free growing season in Orlando is about 344 days. This window — from your last spring frost to your first fall frost — is when warm-season vegetables thrive. Cold-hardy crops like kale, spinach, and peas can extend your season by weeks on either side. In Orlando (344 frost-free days, a very long season), 30 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 25 get two plantings, 1 crop is perennial.
What USDA hardiness zone is Orlando, FL?
Orlando, FL is in USDA hardiness zone 10a (2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map). Zones come from the average coldest winter temperature, so they tell you which perennials survive the winter; the frost dates on this page tell you when to plant.
When should I start tomatoes indoors in Orlando, FL?
Start tomatoes indoors Dec 26 and plant out Feb 13 in Orlando. The planner uses the local median last frost and this crop's indoor-start and transplant offsets.
How many plantings of lettuce fit in Orlando?
Two: plant Jan 2 and again by Nov 18; both mature before Jan 16.
When do I plant garlic in Orlando?
Jan 9 to Jan 30; it overwinters and is ready the following summer.
Can I get two tomato crops in Orlando?
Yes: plant out Feb 13 for a summer crop, and set out a second round of transplants by Sep 9 for a fall crop.
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