What is summer without watermelon? Boring, for one. Tasteless, for another.

But picking a watermelon at the store is a huge task. If you pick a bad melon, you're stuck with it because you've already bought it and don't want to throw the whole thing out.

Imagine coming home, cutting open a watermelon, and seeing this:

My heart would break in two. That's why you should always follow these tips on how to pick the best watermelon at the store so you don't get left disappointed this summer!

1. How Heavy Is It?

Watermelons should feel heavy for their size. This means there's more juice in the melon, which is what you want!

Keep reading to get more tips on how to pick a watermelon!

2. Look For The Yellow Spot

A watermelon is ripe when there's a creamy yellow splotch on the outside. This is where they rest on the ground, and the color means it's ripe.

3. Hit It

A ripe watermelon will have a deep, hollow sound while an under-ripe melon will sound dull.

What are your tips for picking a watermelon? Let us know!