When Are Mandarins and Tangerines in Season?
Quick answer: In the Northern Hemisphere, mandarin is in season from November to May, at its peak from December to March. In the Southern Hemisphere, mandarin is in season from April to October, at its peak from June to August.
Mandarin season by month
- Peak
- In season
- Limited or imported
There are many varieties, from Clementines in December and January to later types such as W. Murcott in late winter and spring.
Dates are typical and rounded. They vary by variety, region and weather. See the full calendar for every fruit.
About mandarin season
Mandarins, tangerines and Clementines are the easy-peel winter citrus. Many varieties ripen in sequence, so the mandarin you buy in December is not the same one you find in April.
How to pick and store it
Choose fruit that feels heavy for its size. A slightly loose peel is normal for mandarins and makes them easy to peel, so it is not a sign of age.
Mandarins are more delicate than oranges. Keep them in the fridge if you are not eating them within a few days, and check for soft spots.
Read more
Nutrition and terms
Common questions
In the Northern Hemisphere, mandarin is in season from November to May, at its peak from December to March. In the Southern Hemisphere, mandarin is in season from April to October, at its peak from June to August.
Only in its season is it at its best. Outside that window, shops often carry fruit shipped from the opposite hemisphere or stored after picking, and it is usually pricier and less flavorful.
Choose fruit that feels heavy for its size. A slightly loose peel is normal for mandarins and makes them easy to peel, so it is not a sign of age.
Mandarins are more delicate than oranges. Keep them in the fridge if you are not eating them within a few days, and check for soft spots.
Other citrus fruits
