"Start by simply weighing the fruits against one another. You should always lift a watermelon before buying it, as well as a few others besides, so that you can get a rough idea of which one is the heaviest. Watermelons are almost entirely water - upwards of 90% - so whichever melon has the most heft to it is also going to be the juiciest choice."
"Of course, weight alone will not give you all the data that you need. The figure that really matters is the weight relative to the size. If you pick up two watermelons that are just about equal in volume, and one is noticeably heavier, you can trust that one to be the juicier fruit. Juiciness is just one factor in your watermelon selection, though, and there are a few other characteristics worth considering before you settle on your ideal melon."
"The tactile senses are helpful here, with weight being one major indicator of watermelon quality. That said, you should also check the firmness of a watermelon before putting it in the cart. Anything other than a nice, firm rind, and you will not be happy when you slice through that melon. Switching gears a bit, there are some important visual cues to look for as well, perhaps even before you start hefting"
Watermelon selection can be improved by using simple physical checks. Lift the watermelon before buying and compare it with other melons to find the one with the most heft. Watermelons are mostly water, so greater weight generally indicates higher juiciness. Weight should also be considered relative to size, since two melons with similar volume can differ in juiciness based on how much heavier one feels. After weight, check the firmness of the rind, since a rind that is not firm can lead to disappointment when the melon is cut. Visual cues can also be used before lifting.
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