Season Almanac

Fruit in August

Are apples in season in August?

YesIn season until the end of November.

August is the first month of a 4-month season, so the first apples of the year are arriving. The peak comes in September and October.

Apples are in season August through November in the United States, and at their best in September and October.

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Buying apples in August

How to pick
Firm and heavy for their size, with no soft or wrinkled patches.
Ripening at home
Sold ready to eat. They do not get sweeter after picking.
How to store
In the fridge crisper, away from other produce. They keep 4 to 6 weeks.
Try this
Slice thinly into a salad with cheddar and walnuts.

Goes well with, in season in August

Also at their best in August

Apples in other months

Everything about apples, including nutrition. Everything in season in August.

Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.