Frost Dates for Vero Beach, FL 32966
Vero Beach has 6 ZIP codes. The Vero Beach, FL frost page lists all of them with their dates.
Last spring frost January 16 · First fall frost January 26 · 10 frost-free days · USDA Zone 10a
ZIP 32966 has about 20,700 people, one of 6 ZIP codes in Vero Beach.
Short season: 10 frost-free days.
Frost probability for 32966
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | February 23 | January 16 | — |
| Fall (first frost) | December 20 | January 26 | — |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at VERO BEACH 4SE (30.2 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Which crops fit a 10-day season in Vero Beach
In Vero Beach (10 frost-free days, a short season), 9 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 1 get two plantings, 5 need an indoor start, 2 need a faster variety, 38 don't reliably mature, 1 crop is perennial.
| Crop | Start indoors | Plant out / sow | Days you have | Verdict | Last sow date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomato | Dec 12 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 80 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Pepper | Dec 5 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 75 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Lettuce | Nov 21 | Dec 19–Dec 26 | 45 | fits: 45 days to maturity, 45 available after Dec 19. | — |
| Carrots | — | Dec 26–Jan 2 | 52 | tight: Direct-sow only; pick a variety under 52 days. | — |
| Cucumber | Dec 26 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 60 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Beans | — | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 60 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 23. | — |
| Peas | — | Nov 21–Jan 30 | 73 | fits: 65 days to maturity, 73 available after Nov 21. | — |
| Zucchini | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 55 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Onion | Oct 24 | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 45 | no-fit: Needs 100 days; Vero Beach has 45 after Dec 19. | — |
| Spinach | — | Nov 21–Jan 9 | 87 | fits: 40 days to maturity, 87 available after Nov 21. | Dec 24 |
| Kale | Nov 7 | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 59 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 59 available after Dec 19. | — |
| Broccoli | Nov 21 | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 45 | no-fit: Needs 80 days; Vero Beach has 45 after Dec 19. | — |
| Cabbage | Nov 21 | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 59 | head-start: Even planted out Dec 19, the outdoor season is about 11 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover. | — |
| Radish | — | Nov 21–Feb 13 | 73 | two-plantings: Plant Nov 21 and again by Dec 25; both mature before Feb 2. | Dec 25 |
| Beets | — | Nov 21–Feb 13 | 73 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 73 available after Nov 21. | Nov 25 |
| Potatoes | — | Jan 2–Jan 9 | 31 | no-fit: Needs 90 days; Vero Beach has 31 after Jan 2. | — |
| Garlic | — | Jan 26 | 115 | overwinter: Plant Jan 26 to Feb 16; harvest the following summer. | Feb 16 |
| Strawberry | — | Dec 12–Feb 6 | 66 | perennial: A perennial: plant Dec 12; it fruits from the following year and keeps producing for several years. | — |
| Corn | Dec 19 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 75 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 23. | — |
| Pumpkin | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 100 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Cauliflower | Dec 5 | Jan 9–Jan 23 | 24 | no-fit: Needs 75 days; Vero Beach has 24 after Jan 9. | — |
| Swiss Chard | Nov 21 | Jan 2–Jan 2 | 31 | no-fit: Needs 55 days; Vero Beach has 31 after Jan 2. | — |
| Arugula | — | Nov 21–Feb 13 | 87 | fits: 40 days to maturity, 87 available after Nov 21. | Dec 24 |
| Brussel Sprouts | Nov 21 | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 59 | no-fit: Needs 100 days; Vero Beach has 59 after Dec 19. | — |
| Butternut Squash | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 100 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 28 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 70 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Okra | Dec 19 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 55 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 23. | — |
| Basil | Dec 12 | Feb 6–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 60 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Feb 6. | — |
| Cilantro | — | Dec 19–Jan 9 | 45 | tight: Direct-sow only; pick a variety under 45 days. | — |
| Parsley | Nov 7 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 10 | no-fit: Needs 70 days; Vero Beach has 10 after Jan 23. | — |
| Celery | Nov 7 | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 10 | no-fit: Needs 120 days; Vero Beach has 10 after Jan 23. | — |
| Scallions | Nov 7 | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 59 | head-start: Even planted out Dec 19, the outdoor season is about 1 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover. | — |
| Turnip | — | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 59 | fits: 50 days to maturity, 59 available after Dec 19. | — |
| Kohlrabi | — | Dec 5–Dec 19 | 73 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 73 available after Dec 5. | Dec 9 |
| Bok Choy | Dec 19 | Jan 9–Jan 16 | 24 | head-start: Even planted out Jan 9, the outdoor season is about 21 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover. | — |
| Collards | Nov 7 | Dec 19–Jan 2 | 59 | head-start: Even planted out Dec 19, the outdoor season is about 1 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover. | — |
| Cantaloupe | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 85 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Chives | Oct 24 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 24 | no-fit: Needs 90 days; Vero Beach has 24 after Jan 23. | — |
| Dill | — | Nov 21–Feb 13 | 73 | fits: 55 days to maturity, 73 available after Nov 21. | Nov 25 |
| Oregano | Nov 7 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 24 | no-fit: Needs 80 days; Vero Beach has 24 after Jan 23. | — |
| Rosemary | Oct 24 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 10 | no-fit: Needs 80 days; Vero Beach has 10 after Jan 23. | — |
| Sage | Nov 21 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 24 | no-fit: Needs 75 days; Vero Beach has 24 after Jan 23. | — |
| Thyme | Nov 7 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 24 | no-fit: Needs 90 days; Vero Beach has 24 after Jan 23. | — |
| Calendula | Dec 5 | Jan 2–Jan 16 | 31 | head-start: Even planted out Jan 2, the outdoor season is about 19 days short; choose an early variety or grow under cover. | — |
| Cosmos | Dec 19 | Jan 16–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 60 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 16. | — |
| Lavender | Oct 24 | Jan 16–Jan 30 | 31 | no-fit: Needs 90 days; Vero Beach has 31 after Jan 16. | — |
| Marigolds | Dec 5 | Jan 16–Jan 23 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 50 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 16. | — |
| Melons | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 85 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Mint | — | Jan 16–Jan 30 | 31 | no-fit: Needs 90 days; Vero Beach has 31 after Jan 16. | — |
| Nasturtiums | Dec 19 | Jan 16–Jan 23 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 55 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 16. | — |
| Pole Beans | — | Jan 23–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 65 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 23. | — |
| Spaghetti Squash | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 90 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Sunflowers | — | Jan 16–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 70 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 16. | — |
| Tomatillos | Nov 21 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 75 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 23. | — |
| Watermelon | Jan 2 | Jan 23–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 80 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 23. | — |
| Yellow Squash | Jan 2 | Jan 30–Feb 6 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 55 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 30. | — |
| Zinnias | Dec 19 | Jan 16–Jan 30 | 0 | no-fit: Needs 60 days; Vero Beach has 0 after Jan 16. | — |
Month by month in Vero Beach
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Start indoors: Butternut Squash (Jan 2), Cantaloupe (Jan 2), Melons (Jan 2), Pumpkin (Jan 2), Spaghetti Squash (Jan 2), Watermelon (Jan 2), +2 more. Direct sow from: Potatoes (Jan 2), Sunflowers (Jan 16), Beans (Jan 23), Pole Beans (Jan 23), Garlic (Jan 26). Transplant from: Calendula (Jan 2), Swiss Chard (Jan 2), Bok Choy (Jan 9), Cauliflower (Jan 9), Cosmos (Jan 16), Lavender (Jan 16), +26 more. Last frost around January 16. First frost around January 26. |
| February | Transplant from: Basil (Feb 6). Last sowing dates: Garlic (Feb 16). |
| 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 | Start fall cool-season crops: broccoli, kale, beets, and carrots. |
| September | Plant fall lettuce, spinach, arugula, and radishes. |
| October | Start indoors: Chives (Oct 24), Lavender (Oct 24), Onion (Oct 24), Rosemary (Oct 24). |
| November | Start indoors: Celery (Nov 7), Collards (Nov 7), Kale (Nov 7), Oregano (Nov 7), Parsley (Nov 7), Scallions (Nov 7), +9 more. Direct sow from: Arugula (Nov 21), Beets (Nov 21), Dill (Nov 21), Peas (Nov 21), Radish (Nov 21), Spinach (Nov 21). Last sowing dates: Beets (Nov 25), Dill (Nov 25). |
| December | Start indoors: Calendula (Dec 5), Cauliflower (Dec 5), Marigolds (Dec 5), Pepper (Dec 5), Basil (Dec 12), Tomato (Dec 12), +7 more. Direct sow from: Kohlrabi (Dec 5), Cilantro (Dec 19), Turnip (Dec 19), Carrots (Dec 26). Transplant from: Broccoli (Dec 19), Brussel Sprouts (Dec 19), Cabbage (Dec 19), Collards (Dec 19), Kale (Dec 19), Lettuce (Dec 19), +2 more. Plant: Strawberry (Dec 12). Last sowing dates: Kohlrabi (Dec 9), Arugula (Dec 24), Spinach (Dec 24), Radish (Dec 25). |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Vero Beach, FL (ZIP 32966)?
The median last spring frost date for Vero Beach, FL (ZIP code 32966) is around January 16. 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 Vero Beach, FL?
The median first fall frost date for Vero Beach, FL is around January 26. 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 20 in the earliest one-in-ten years, so cover tomatoes and peppers from then.
How long is the growing season in Vero Beach, FL?
The frost-free growing season in Vero Beach is about 10 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 Vero Beach (10 frost-free days, a short season), 9 of 56 planner crops fit outright, 1 get two plantings, 5 need an indoor start, 2 need a faster variety, 38 don't reliably mature, 1 crop is perennial.
What USDA hardiness zone is Vero Beach, FL?
Vero Beach, 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 Vero Beach, FL?
Start tomatoes indoors Dec 12 and plant out Jan 30 in Vero Beach. The planner uses the local median last frost and this crop's indoor-start and transplant offsets.
How many plantings of lettuce fit in Vero Beach?
One spring planting around Dec 19.
When do I plant garlic in Vero Beach?
Jan 26 to Feb 16; it overwinters and is ready the following summer.
Can I grow Celery in Vero Beach?
Not reliably outdoors. Needs 120 days; Vero Beach has 10 after Jan 23.
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