Frost Dates for Fort Worth, TX 76179

Last spring frost March 21 · First fall frost November 15 · 239 frost-free days · USDA Zone 8b

Frost probability for 76179

Frost10%50%90%
Spring (last frost)April 9March 21March 3
Fall (first frost)October 29November 15December 1

Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at the nearest reporting station (36.1 km away); the 50% date is the median year.

Frost dates by ZIP code in Fort Worth, TX

ZIPLast spring frost (50%)First fall frost (50%)Zone
76179March 21November 158b
76137March 18November 168b
76131March 18November 168b
76133March 18November 138b
76119March 18November 158b
76116March 18November 138b
76108March 18November 138b
76112March 15November 178b
76123March 18November 138b
76106March 21November 158b
76110March 18November 158b
76140March 18November 158b
76107March 21November 158b
76134March 18November 158b
76126March 18November 138b
76114March 21November 158b
76132March 18November 138b
76109March 18November 138b
76177March 18November 168b
76148March 18November 168b
76105March 18November 158b
76120March 15November 178b
76111March 18November 168b
76104March 18November 158b
76115March 18November 158b
76135March 21November 158b
76118March 15November 178b
76103March 15November 178b
76164March 21November 158b
76102March 21November 158b
76155March 18November 168b
76129March 18November 15Zone 7a

Month by month in Fort Worth

MonthWhat to do
JanuaryStart peppers and eggplant indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost (around March 21). Start tomatoes about two weeks later, 6–8 weeks before last frost.
FebruaryStart herbs, basil, and squash indoors (4–6 weeks before frost). Direct sow peas, spinach, and lettuce if soil is workable.
MarchLast frost around March 21. Transplant cold-hardy crops (broccoli, kale, cabbage). Harden off tomato and pepper seedlings.
AprilFrost has passed. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, and basil outdoors. Direct sow beans, cucumbers, squash, and zucchini.
MaySuccession plant lettuce and greens. Keep beds weeded and watered consistently.
JuneHarvest regularly to encourage production. Monitor for pests and disease.
JulyMidsummer: harvest beans, zucchini, cucumbers. Start brassica seeds indoors for fall.
AugustDirect sow carrots and beets for fall harvest. Start fall broccoli and kale indoors.
SeptemberDirect sow carrots and beets for fall harvest. Start fall broccoli and kale indoors.
OctoberFirst fall frost approaching (around November 15). Transplant fall brassicas. Sow spinach, arugula, and radishes.
NovemberFirst frost around November 15. Harvest tomatoes and peppers before frost. Cover cold-hardy crops with row covers to extend the season.
DecemberHarvest remaining cold-hardy crops: kale, carrots, and beets. Plant garlic bulbs for next year.

What grows in a 239-day season

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last frost date for Fort Worth, TX (ZIP 76179)?

The median last spring frost date for Fort Worth, TX (ZIP code 76179) is around March 21. 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 Fort Worth, TX?

The median first fall frost date for Fort Worth, TX is around November 15. Plan to harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops like tomatoes and peppers at least a week before this date to avoid losses.

How long is the growing season in Fort Worth, TX?

The frost-free growing season in Fort Worth is about 239 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.

What USDA hardiness zone is Fort Worth, TX?

Based on frost date patterns, Fort Worth falls approximately in 8b. USDA hardiness zones are determined by average annual minimum winter temperatures and guide both plant selection and planting timing for your location.

When should I start tomatoes indoors in Fort Worth, TX?

Start tomato seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date (around March 21). For Fort Worth, that's roughly January 25 to February 8. Transplant outdoors 1–2 weeks after your last frost.

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