Last spring frost
Feb 10
Frost Dates for La Pryor, TX
First fall frost
Dec 10
Growing season
307 days
Hardiness zone
9a
In an average year around La Pryor, TX, the last spring frost (32°F) is about Feb 10 and the first fall frost is about Dec 10, giving roughly a 307-day growing season. To be safe most years, wait until Jan 6 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 18 | Feb 28 | Feb 2 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Mar 9 | Feb 10 | Jan 6 |
| Hard (28°F) | Feb 28 | Jan 20 | Dec 15 |
| Severe (24°F) | Feb 13 | Jan 4 | Dec 12 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Mar 18 | Mar 12 | Mar 8 | Mar 4 | Feb 28 | Feb 24 | Feb 19 | Feb 12 | Feb 2 |
| 32°F | Mar 9 | Mar 3 | Feb 25 | Feb 18 | Feb 10 | Feb 4 | Jan 29 | Jan 21 | Jan 6 |
| 28°F | Feb 28 | Feb 16 | Feb 5 | Jan 29 | Jan 20 | Jan 10 | Jan 3 | Dec 28 | Dec 15 |
| 24°F | Feb 13 | Feb 1 | Jan 18 | Jan 8 | Jan 4 | Dec 31 | Dec 28 | Dec 20 | Dec 12 |
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 8 | Nov 28 | Dec 19 |
| Freeze (32°F) | Nov 19 | Dec 10 | Jan 9 |
| Hard (28°F) | Dec 1 | Dec 26 | Feb 6 |
| Severe (24°F) | Dec 7 | Jan 1 | Feb 5 |
Show full probability table (all thresholds & percentiles)
| °F | 10% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36°F | Nov 8 | Nov 15 | Nov 20 | Nov 24 | Nov 28 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 19 |
| 32°F | Nov 19 | Nov 27 | Dec 2 | Dec 6 | Dec 10 | Dec 17 | Dec 23 | Dec 31 | Jan 9 |
| 28°F | Dec 1 | Dec 6 | Dec 13 | Dec 19 | Dec 26 | Jan 1 | Jan 7 | Jan 20 | Feb 6 |
| 24°F | Dec 7 | Dec 15 | Dec 22 | Dec 28 | Jan 1 | Jan 5 | Jan 10 | Jan 23 | Feb 5 |
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: Crystal City, Tx, about 16 miles away@if(!empty($station['elevation_ft'])), at 580 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 La Pryor, TX?
On average, the last spring frost (32°F) around La Pryor, TX is about Feb 10. In cooler years it can run later, so for a safer bet many gardeners wait until Jan 6.
When is the first frost in the fall?
The first fall frost around La Pryor, TX typically arrives about Dec 10. 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 6 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 307 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