When is Vietnamese durian in season? Three regions, month by month
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Short answer. Vietnamese durian has its main harvest from April to October, because three regions follow each other: the Mekong Delta in April–May, the Southeast in May–July and the Central Highlands in August–October. From November to March the Mekong Delta supplies off-season fruit in smaller volumes.
Which region harvests when?
| Region | Provinces | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| Mekong Delta | Dong Thap, Vinh Long, Can Tho | April–May; off-season fruit November–March |
| Southeast | Dong Nai | May–July |
| Central Highlands | Dak Lak, Lam Dong, Gia Lai | August–October |
The Central Highlands are the largest growing region. There are also smaller areas on the South Central Coast.
What does the year look like?
| Months | Supply (indicative) |
|---|---|
| April–October | Main harvest |
| November–March | Off-season fruit from the Mekong Delta, smaller volumes |
Does the region change harvest maturity?
Yes. In the South, Ri6 is picked about 85–100 days after flowering and Monthong (Dona) at about 110–130 days. In the Central Highlands it takes longer.
How should an importer use the calendar?
The growing region changes during the year, so the region and the harvest window are stated in each quotation. Durian keeps about 3–5 weeks when shipped mature but unripe at 13–15 °C.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy durian between November and March?
Yes, as off-season fruit from the Mekong Delta, in smaller volumes. Availability is confirmed with each quotation.
Which months belong to the Central Highlands?
August to October.
Which varieties follow this calendar?
Ri6 and Monthong (Dona), the two main export varieties.
To choose a variety, see Ri6 or Monthong (Dona) durian. Packing is in durian cartons, cold chain and container loading. Full specifications are on the durian page; to order, use the durian quotation form.
Last reviewed 12 November 2026 by VIET FARM EXPORT COMPANY LIMITED, Ho Chi Minh City. Figures come from our durian specification; they are indicative and confirmed with each quotation.