Snow peas in season in Australia
Snow peas is in season in Australia from June to March, and at its peak from September to December. This is the cooler south; the tropical north has its own calendar.
At its best
Australian growers supply snow peas for much of the year, according to a Melbourne wholesaler, and the best of them come in spring and early summer.
At the shop
Look for shiny, flat pods that are fairly see-through, so you can just make out the peas inside. Smaller pods tend to be sweeter.
Keeping it
Keep them unwashed in the fridge and use them within a few days, as with other fresh peas. Top and tail them, then eat them raw or cook them briefly so they stay crisp.
Three dinners
- Snow pea and prawn stir-fry Very hot wok, just long enough to heat the pods through.
- Snow pea, radish and mint salad Sliced raw with a lemon dressing.
- Beef and snow peas in oyster sauce Served over rice.
How we decide. Each item carries a score from 0 to 20 for every month of the year. We call 16 or more “at its peak” and 8 to 15 “around”. The scores were checked against Australian growers’ bodies, state government pages and the Sydney and Melbourne markets, and last reviewed on 9 October 2026. Seasons shift a few weeks with the weather and the state, so treat the edges as guides. Spotted something wrong? Tell us at [email protected].
General information only. These guides are not advice about how you should prepare, store or eat any food. Please follow the packaging and the official food-safety guidance from Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) and your state or territory food authority.