Look for a creamy yellow field spot
Choose a watermelon that feels heavy for its size
Pick one with a dull, not shiny, rind
Check for a symmetrical shape
Avoid soft spots, cuts, or bruises
Look for a dry, brown stem
Tap it and listen for a deep, hollow sound
Find one with webbing or sugar spots on the rind
Choose one with a firm, intact rind
Avoid watermelons with white or pale field spots