Fruit in December

Are clementines in season in December?

Q: Are clementines in season in December?

Yes. Clementines are at their best in December. Clementines are in season November through February in the United States, and at their best in December and January.

YesAt their best in December.

December is month 2 of a 4-month season. Supply is at its highest, which usually means the best flavor and price.

Clementines are in season November through February in the United States, and at their best in December and January.

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For Christmas: At their best. The classic stocking fruit. See the Christmas guide.

Buying clementines in December

How to pick: Heavy for their size with glossy, close-fitting skin. Puffy skin means a dry fruit.
Ripening at home: Citrus does not ripen after picking. Buy it ready.
How to store: A few days on the counter, or 2 weeks in the fridge.
Try this: Toss segments through a kale or fennel salad.

Goes well with, in season in December

Pomegranates Kale

Also at their best in December

Kiwis Lemons Oranges

Clementines in other months

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Everything about clementines, including nutrition. Everything in season in December.

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