Season Almanac

Fruit in July

Are watermelons 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.

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

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. JunIn
  7. JulBest
  8. AugBest
  9. SepIn
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

For the Fourth of July: At their best. Chill before slicing. See the Fourth of July guide.

Buying watermelons in July

How to pick
Heavy, with a creamy yellow patch where it sat on the ground and a hollow sound when tapped.
Ripening at home
Does not ripen after picking, so choose carefully.
How to store
Whole on the counter for a week. Cut pieces keep 3 to 4 days in the fridge.
Try this
Cube with feta, mint and a squeeze of lime.

Goes well with, in season in July

Also at their best in July

Watermelons in other months

Everything about watermelons, 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.