Farmers Markets Near Me

January · District of Columbia

What's in season at District of Columbia farmers markets in January

Indoor winter markets only in cities. Slim pickings. Backed by USDA data on 74 District of Columbia markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

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District of Columbia signature this month

Chesapeake oysters

DC markets pull oysters from the Bay during the R-months.

Peak this January

These are at their absolute best right now — buy them in volume, eat them all week.

Chesapeake oysters storage onions potatoes winter squash

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale leeks cabbage sweet potatoes apples (cold storage)

From storage

Cold-stored from last year's harvest — still common at indoor markets.

apples potatoes onions garlic winter squash sweet potatoes beets carrots cabbage

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December in District of Columbia

Was peak: leeks, storage apples, winter squash

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February in District of Columbia

Coming into peak: storage apples, leeks, parsnips

Where to shop in District of Columbia

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Seasonal data is generalized to mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest. Local microclimates, hoop houses, and specific orchard varieties can shift these by 2-4 weeks. Always confirm with the specific market or vendor — and ask the farmer what just came in. Source: USDA cooperative extension calendars synthesized into 6 US climate zones.