Farmers Markets Near Me

May · Washington

What's in season at Washington farmers markets in May

Spring market season hits stride. Strawberries arrive end of month. Backed by USDA data on 127 Washington markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

Washington signature this month

Geoduck + Dungeness crab

Puget Sound seafood at coastal markets.

Peak this May

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

Geoduck + Dungeness crab asparagus strawberries (late month) rhubarb lettuce spring onions snap peas

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

radishes spinach arugula green garlic fava beans morels (early)

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

ramps asparagus (peak)

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Coming into peak: strawberries, snap peas, cherries, lettuce…

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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.