Frost Dates for Shreveport, LA 71109
Shreveport has 12 ZIP codes. The Shreveport, LA frost page lists all of them with their dates.
Last spring frost March 18 · First fall frost November 17 · 244 frost-free days · USDA Zone 8b
Frost probability for 71109
| Frost | 10% | 50% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (last frost) | April 8 | March 18 | February 26 |
| Fall (first frost) | October 29 | November 17 | December 5 |
Dates come from NOAA 1971–2000 freeze probabilities at the nearest reporting station (44.5 km away); the 50% date is the median year.
Month by month in Shreveport
| Month | What to do |
|---|---|
| January | Start peppers and eggplant indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost (around March 18). Start tomatoes about two weeks later, 6–8 weeks before last frost. |
| February | Start herbs, basil, and squash indoors (4–6 weeks before frost). Direct sow peas, spinach, and lettuce if soil is workable. |
| March | Last frost around March 18. Transplant cold-hardy crops (broccoli, kale, cabbage). Harden off tomato and pepper seedlings. |
| April | Frost has passed. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, and basil outdoors. Direct sow beans, cucumbers, squash, and zucchini. |
| May | Succession plant lettuce and greens. Keep beds weeded and watered consistently. |
| June | Harvest regularly to encourage production. Monitor for pests and disease. |
| July | Midsummer: harvest beans, zucchini, cucumbers. Start brassica seeds indoors for fall. |
| August | Direct sow carrots and beets for fall harvest. Start fall broccoli and kale indoors. |
| September | Direct sow carrots and beets for fall harvest. Start fall broccoli and kale indoors. |
| October | First fall frost approaching (around November 17). Transplant fall brassicas. Sow spinach, arugula, and radishes. |
| November | First frost around November 17. Harvest tomatoes and peppers before frost. Cover cold-hardy crops with row covers to extend the season. |
| December | Harvest remaining cold-hardy crops: kale, carrots, and beets. Plant garlic bulbs for next year. |
What grows in a 244-day season
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last frost date for Shreveport, LA (ZIP 71109)?
The median last spring frost date for Shreveport, LA (ZIP code 71109) is around March 18. 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 Shreveport, LA?
The median first fall frost date for Shreveport, LA is around November 17. 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 Shreveport, LA?
The frost-free growing season in Shreveport is about 244 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 Shreveport, LA?
Based on frost date patterns, Shreveport 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 Shreveport, LA?
Start tomato seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date (around March 18). For Shreveport, that's roughly January 22 to February 5. Transplant outdoors 1–2 weeks after your last frost.
Nearby and related
- Frost dates for Shreveport, LA 71106 (7.4 mi)
- Frost dates for Bossier City, LA 71111 (10 mi)
- Frost dates for Keithville, LA 71047 (13.1 mi)
- Frost dates for Haughton, LA 71037 (17.9 mi)
- Frost dates for Benton, LA 71006 (20.8 mi)
- When to plant in Shreveport, LA: month-by-month guide
- When to plant in LA
- When to plant Peppers in LA
- When to plant Cucumbers in LA
- When to plant Zucchini in LA
- When to plant Butternut Squash in LA
- When to plant Basil in LA
- When to plant Sweet Corn in LA
- Look up another ZIP