Fruit in August

Are cantaloupes in season in August?

Q: Are cantaloupes in season in August?

Yes. Cantaloupes are at their best in August. Cantaloupes are in season June through September in the United States, and at their best in July and August.

YesAt their best in August.

August is month 3 of a 4-month season. Supply is at its highest, which usually means the best flavor and price.

Cantaloupes are in season June through September in the United States, and at their best in July and August.

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Buying cantaloupes in August

How to pick: Smells sweet at the stem end and feels heavy. The stem scar should be smooth and slightly sunken.
Ripening at home: Softens and smells sweeter in 1 to 3 days on the counter, but does not get much sweeter.
How to store: Whole on the counter until fragrant, then in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Try this: Wrap wedges in prosciutto, or cube with cucumber and mint.

Goes well with, in season in August

Cucumbers Limes

Also at their best in August

Avocados Figs Grapes Limes Nectarines Peaches

Cantaloupes in other months

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Everything about cantaloupes, 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.