Last spring frost
Feb 10
Frost Dates for Mims, FL
First fall frost
Jan 8
Growing season
327 days
Hardiness zone
10a
In an average year around Mims, FL, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Feb 10 and the first fall frost is about Jan 8, giving roughly a 327-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Jan 7 before setting out tender plants.
Last spring frost
Dates the last frost of spring typically ends. Plant tender crops after the risk has passed for your comfort level.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | Mar 20 | Feb 26 | Jan 27 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 10 | Feb 10 | Jan 7 |
| Hard (28°F) | Mar 2 | Jan 31 | Jan 4 |
| Severe (24°F) | Feb 17 | Jan 15 | Dec 31 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Mar 20 | Mar 14 | Mar 7 | Mar 2 | Feb 26 | Feb 20 | Feb 12 | Feb 5 | Jan 27 |
| 32°F | Mar 10 | Mar 1 | Feb 23 | Feb 17 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 30 | Jan 18 | Jan 7 |
| 28°F | Mar 2 | Feb 20 | Feb 12 | Feb 4 | Jan 31 | Jan 24 | Jan 17 | Jan 10 | Jan 4 |
| 24°F | Feb 17 | Feb 3 | Jan 31 | Jan 23 | Jan 15 | Jan 10 | Jan 7 | Jan 3 | Dec 31 |
First fall frost
Dates the first frost of fall typically arrives. Count back by a crop's days-to-maturity to know your planting cutoff.
| Frost intensity | Early (10%) | Average (50%) | Late (90%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (36°F) | Nov 29 | Dec 24 | Jan 19 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Dec 14 | Jan 8 | Feb 9 |
| Hard (28°F) | Dec 28 | Jan 17 | Feb 20 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 29 | Jan 13 | Feb 13 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Nov 29 | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Dec 19 | Dec 24 | Dec 29 | Jan 3 | Jan 9 | Jan 19 |
| 32°F | Dec 14 | Dec 25 | Dec 30 | Jan 3 | Jan 8 | Jan 13 | Jan 19 | Jan 30 | Feb 9 |
| 28°F | Dec 28 | Jan 3 | Jan 7 | Jan 11 | Jan 17 | Jan 24 | Feb 1 | Feb 8 | Feb 20 |
| 24°F | Dec 29 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 8 | Jan 13 | Jan 19 | Jan 27 | Feb 1 | Feb 13 |
Growing season is measured at 32°F with about 50% probability. Hardiness zone from the 2023 USDA map; frost normals from NOAA 1991-2020.
Where this data comes from
@endif These dates are computed from the nearest official weather station with long-term records: Scottsmoor 2.5 Ssw, Fl, about 3.8 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 42 ft elevation. The further the station and the greater the elevation difference from your yard, the more your local frost timing can vary.
How we calculate these dates
Frost and freeze dates come from the NOAA 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's 30-year averages for each weather station. A date shown at the 50% level is the median: in half of years the frost falls on or before it. The 10% and 90% columns show the early and late ends of the range, so you can plant on the odds you're comfortable with. These are long-term averages, not a forecast for this year - always check your local outlook before planting.
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 1991–2020 Climate Normals (public domain). Harman is not affiliated with or endorsed by NOAA.
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Mims, FL?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around Mims, FL is about Feb 10. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Jan 7.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around Mims, FL typically arrives about Jan 8. Count back by a crop's days to maturity to find the latest date you can plant it.
When can I plant tomatoes and other tender crops?
Tender crops like tomatoes, peppers and basil are damaged by frost, so wait until the last spring frost has passed - around Feb 10 on average, or Jan 7 to be safe most years.
How long is the growing season here?
The frost-free growing season (between the last spring and first fall 32°F frost) is about 327 days in a typical year.
Are these dates a forecast for this year?
No. They are 30-year averages from the NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals, not a prediction for the current year. Use them for planning and always check your local weather forecast before planting or protecting crops.
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Data source: NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals · Page updated Aug 4, 2026