Look for a uniform shape
Choose a watermelon with a creamy yellow field spot
Pick one that feels heavy for its size
Check for a dull, not shiny, rind
Look for a firm, symmetrical melon
Avoid cuts, dents, or soft spots
Tap it and listen for a deep, hollow sound
Check that the stem is dry or brown
Look for webbing or sugar spots on the rind
Choose one with a consistent color and no green field spot