When Is Valencia Orange in Season?
Quick answer: In the Northern Hemisphere, Valencia orange is in season from April to December, at its peak from June to October. In the Southern Hemisphere, Valencia orange is in season from November to February, at its peak from December to January.
Valencia orange season by month
- Peak
- In season
- Limited or imported
Dates are typical and rounded. They vary by variety, region and weather. See the full calendar for every fruit.
About Valencia orange season
Valencia oranges are the summer orange. They are juicy and hold their flavor well, which makes them the usual choice for fresh juice and for filling the gap when navels are out of season.
How to pick and store it
Pick fruit that feels heavy and firm. Valencias can have a few seeds and the peel may regain some green as the fruit hangs on the tree, which does not affect the flavor.
They keep well at cool room temperature or in the fridge. Juice them soon after squeezing, since fresh juice loses its brightness quickly.
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Common questions
In the Northern Hemisphere, Valencia orange is in season from April to December, at its peak from June to October. In the Southern Hemisphere, Valencia orange is in season from November to February, at its peak from December to January.
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.
Pick fruit that feels heavy and firm. Valencias can have a few seeds and the peel may regain some green as the fruit hangs on the tree, which does not affect the flavor.
They keep well at cool room temperature or in the fridge. Juice them soon after squeezing, since fresh juice loses its brightness quickly.
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