Best Time To Buy Lobster May 2026

: Supply is at its lowest due to harsh weather and lobsters moving further offshore, making this the most expensive time to buy.

: Prices often drop during this period as supply increases but before the peak summer tourist demand kicks in. Late Summer (July - August) (Best for Low Price) : best time to buy lobster

: Most lobsters caught now are "soft-shells" (newly molted). While the meat is ultra-tender and sweet, the yield is lower because the shells are partially filled with water. Fall (September - November) (Best for Hard-Shells) : : Supply is at its lowest due to

: Once summer tourists leave (after Labor Day), prices remain reasonable until the holiday spike in late December. Winter (January - March) (Most Expensive) : best time to buy lobster