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Are cantaloupes in season?
Cantaloupes are in season June through September in the United States, and at their best in July and August.
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When are cantaloupes in season?
The season for cantaloupes typically runs June through September. Look for them in July and August for the best flavor and price.
Months in season: June, July, August, September.
How to pick cantaloupes
Choose one that feels heavy and smells sweet at the stem end, with beige netting and no green showing underneath. The stem end should give slightly.
How to store cantaloupes
Keep whole on the counter until ripe, then in the fridge for up to five days. Cut melon keeps about three days covered in the fridge.