Fruit in July
Are cantaloupes in season in July?
YesAt their best in July.
July is month 2 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.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- JunIn
- JulBest
- AugBest
- SepIn
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Buying cantaloupes in July
- 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 July
Also at their best in July
Cantaloupes in other months
Everything about cantaloupes, including nutrition. Everything in season in July.
Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.