Heat Can Make Spoilage Worse
Warm temperatures can speed up the growth of microorganisms and the deterioration of fresh produce. A watermelon left in hot conditions may spoil more quickly, sometimes before obvious external signs appear.
To help keep watermelon fresh:
- Store whole watermelon in a cool, clean place and refrigerate it when appropriate.
- Refrigerate cut watermelon promptly.
- Keep cut watermelon covered and refrigerated.
- Use refrigerated cut watermelon within a few days, following food-safety guidance.
- Discard watermelon that develops an unusual smell, texture, appearance, or signs of fermentation.
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