What's in season in August
Here is what is at peak season in August across the U.S. Seasons run earlier in the South and later in the North, so your local farmers market is the best guide to what is ripe right now near you.
Fruit
Apples Apricots Blackberries Blueberries Cantaloupe & Melons Figs Grapes Peaches Pears Plums Raspberries Watermelon
Vegetables
Beets Cabbage Carrots Cucumbers Eggplant Garlic Green Beans Okra Onions Peppers Potatoes Sweet Corn Tomatoes Zucchini & Summer Squash
Herbs
Basil
Find these fresh near you
The best place to buy what is in season is a local farmers market. Browse markets by state or find one near you.
Frequently asked questions
- What fruit is in season in August?
- In August, fruit at peak season includes apples, apricots, blackberries, and blueberries. Availability shifts north to south, so check your local farmers market.
- What vegetables are in season in August?
- Vegetables in season in August include beets, cabbage, carrots, and cucumbers, among others below.