What is the average cantaloupe weight in ounces?

The average, or medium, cantaloupe weighs about 38.8 ounces. A small one is closer to 28.22 ounces and a large one closer to 52.91 ounces, so cantaloupes vary a fair amount by size. Set the size selector above to match what you have, then read the exact ounces figure for any count.

Convert Cantaloupe from Whole Cantaloupes to Ounces

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A small cantaloupe is close to half the weight of a large one, so 'one melon' for a salad or smoothie can shift the yield a lot. Pick the right size below to keep platters, sorbets, and fruit bowls on target.

How many ounces is one medium cantaloupe?

One medium cantaloupe is about 38.8 ounces. A small cantaloupe is about 28.22 ounces and a large one about 52.91 ounces, so set the size selector to match what you have. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities.

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Common Cantaloupe conversions

Quick reference for cantaloupe at medium size. Switch the size in the converter above for small or large.

cantaloupes	Ounces
1 cantaloupe	38.8 oz
2 cantaloupes	77.6 oz
3 cantaloupes	116.4 oz
4 cantaloupes	155.21 oz
5 cantaloupes	194.01 oz
6 cantaloupes	232.81 oz

For the reverse conversion, see how many cantaloupes are in an ounce.

Cantaloupe conversion chart

The chart below shows how whole cantaloupes (medium size) convert to cups, grams and ounces.

cantaloupes	oz	cups	cups (US)	g	lb	kg
1 cantaloupe	38.8 oz	6.88 cups	7.14 cups (US)	1100 g	2.43 lb	1.1 kg
2 cantaloupes	77.6 oz	13.75 cups	14.29 cups (US)	2200 g	4.85 lb	2.2 kg
3 cantaloupes	116.4 oz	20.63 cups	21.43 cups (US)	3300 g	7.28 lb	3.3 kg
4 cantaloupes	155.21 oz	27.5 cups	28.57 cups (US)	4400 g	9.7 lb	4.4 kg
5 cantaloupes	194.01 oz	34.38 cups	35.71 cups (US)	5500 g	12.13 lb	5.5 kg

Cantaloupe varieties and best uses

The conversions above are the same whatever variety you use; the difference is what each is good for. Here is how the common cantaloupe varieties compare.

Variety	Best for
Western (Rockmelon)	Everyday platters, salads, and smoothies: netted skin and orange flesh, juicy and aromatic; the standard US and Australian cantaloupe.
Charentais	Fresh eating and desserts: small French melon, deep orange flesh with an intense perfume.
Galia	Salads and fruit bowls: green-gold flesh, sweet and mild with a soft texture.

Which should I pick?

For fruit platters, salads, and smoothies, the netted Western cantaloupe (sold as rockmelon in Australia) is the everyday pick: orange flesh, juicy and aromatic. No Western melon? Charentais is a smaller French type with intense perfume and deep orange flesh, and Galia has green-gold flesh with a sweeter, milder taste.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ounces is one medium cantaloupe?: One medium cantaloupe is about 38.8 ounces, a small one about 28.22 ounces and a large one about 52.91 ounces. Cantaloupes vary in size, which is the main reason a recipe that counts cantaloupes can still vary in weight. Set the size selector to match what you have, then read the exact figure for any count above. Open the cantaloupe converter
What is the average cantaloupe weight in ounces?: The average, or medium, cantaloupe weighs about 38.8 ounces. A small one is closer to 28.22 ounces and a large one closer to 52.91 ounces, so cantaloupes vary a fair amount by size. Set the size selector above to match what you have, then read the exact ounces figure for any count.
Which cantaloupe variety should I use?: For fruit platters, salads, and smoothies, the netted Western cantaloupe (sold as rockmelon in Australia) is the everyday pick: orange flesh, juicy and aromatic. No Western melon? Charentais is a smaller French type with intense perfume and deep orange flesh, and Galia has green-gold flesh with a sweeter, milder taste.

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