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How long do bananas last?
Bananas ripen on the counter; the fridge pauses ripening but darkens the skin.
in the fridge
5–7 days
Refrigerating a ripe banana darkens the skin but keeps the fruit good.
Bananas storage times compared
| Storage | Keeps for | |
|---|---|---|
| 🍽️ Counter | 2–7 days | |
| ❄️ Fridge | 5–7 days | |
| 🧊 Freezer | 2–3 months |
Times assume a fridge at or below 4°C / 40°F and a freezer at -18°C / 0°F.
🛒 Store it better
Keep bananas fresher for longer with the right produce keeper containers.
Shop produce keeper containers →How to tell if bananas has gone bad
- Mushy, leaking flesh
- Mold at the stem
- Fermented, alcohol-like smell
Storage tips
- Refrigerate ripe bananas to buy a few extra days — dark skin is only cosmetic.
- Freeze overripe bananas, peeled, for baking.
Frequently asked questions
- Can you put bananas in the fridge?
- Yes once ripe — the skin browns but the fruit inside stays fresh longer.