Watermelon Price in Pakistan Today (Tarbooz Rate per kg) | November 2026
The watermelon price in Pakistan (تربوز / tarbooz) today is Rs. 152 – Rs. 160 per kg in the official Lahore rate list (3 November 2026). November is off-season for watermelon, so only limited late-crop fruit is in the market and the per-kg rate is several times higher than in May–June, when the main crop arrives.
Watermelon (Tarbooz) Rate Today in Pakistan (per kg)
| Variety / grade | Grade A (اول) | Grade B (دوم) |
|---|---|---|
| Watermelon (tarbooz) | Rs. 160 | Rs. 152 |
Source: Official retail rate list, Market Committee Lahore / Food Safety and Consumer Protection Department, 3 November 2026 (price per kg). Prices in other cities are usually within 10–20% of Lahore rates.
A medium watermelon weighs 4–7 kg, so at today’s off-season rate one fruit costs about Rs. 600 – 1,100. In peak summer the same fruit is usually much cheaper because supply from Sindh and southern Punjab is heavy.
Watermelon Types Sold in Pakistan
- Local (desi) striped watermelon – large, red flesh, many seeds.
- Hybrid round dark-green watermelon – sweet, crisp flesh.
- Seedless / small hybrid types – sold in big cities and stores.
Watermelon Season in Pakistan
Watermelon is a summer fruit. The first crop comes from Sindh in March–April, followed by southern and central Punjab (Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Kasur) in May–July. From October to February supply is very small, which is why prices are high now.
Health Benefits of Watermelon
- About 90% water – keeps the body hydrated.
- Contains lycopene and vitamin C.
- Low in calories.
- Popular in juices, shakes and fruit chaat.
How to Choose a Sweet Watermelon
- Look for a yellow or cream “field spot” on the underside.
- Tap it – a deep hollow sound means ripe fruit.
- Pick a fruit that feels heavy for its size.
- In off-season, buy cut pieces to check colour before buying a whole fruit.
Watermelon Price – FAQs
What is the watermelon price in Pakistan today?
Rs. 152 – Rs. 160 per kg in the Lahore official rate list (3 November 2026).
Why is watermelon expensive in November?
It is off-season; the main crop comes in April–July.
What is tarbooz called in English?
Tarbooz (تربوز) is watermelon.
Where is watermelon grown in Pakistan?
Sindh, and southern and central Punjab.
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