What to Buy Every Month of the Year in 2022

February

If you're looking for Valentine's Day gifts in February, keep an eye out for savings from stores like Target and Amazon. And don't forget to check the shelves on February 15 — any leftover candy will fall in price, as will those classic stuffed bears holding hearts. In less romantic news, Presidents' Day sales will bring deals on a variety of home goods.

Check out our full guide to learn what to buy in February.

April

April is a good time to shop for spring clothing, which means you'll actually be able to wear those breezy new outfits right away! Expect discounts of up to 70% or even higher on warmer-weather items — along with some winter gear. It'll also be a good time to shop for gardening items, and since Easter is on April 17, that means April 18 will be an excellent opportunity to pick up clearance goodies, including candy.

Check out our full guide to learn what to buy in April.

June

During June, gyms will likely offer deals similar to what we normally see in January, and their deals may be even better this year. Because lots of people will be trying to get beach-ready, and go back to their routines, gym deals could be prevalent. Just make one of your cheat days the first Friday of June, as it brings National Donut Day. While we might not see the same freebies we used to, there's a chance we could still see "buy one, get one" offers from chains like Krispy Kreme and Dunkin', among others.

Gamers can count on the annual Steam Summer Sale arriving in June, as well. Additionally, GOG should host its own video game sale. The Victoria's Secret Semi-Annual Sale also typically drops in June, offering an excellent chance to stock up on intimates.

Check out our full guide to learn what to buy in June.

August

The end of summer is the beginning of Back to School season. For more than a dozen states, that means tax free weekends. Whether you have kids or not, they're the perfect time to dodge sales tax on school supplies, laptops, and clothing.

With summer winding down, August might not seem like an ideal month to buy patio furniture, but we tend to see a fair amount of deals on outdoor seating, tables, and hammocks. Around the last week or two of August, look for early Labor Day sales to begin.

Check out our full guide to learn what to buy in August.

October

If you're in the market for a new car, know that October is a great month to check out dealerships. Often they want to sell off any remaining inventory before the new models start arriving for the holiday season. Halloween costumes will be majorly discounted on November 1, but you can also expect to save up to 85% in the last part of October.

Want to take an epic trip? Consider heading to Europe during October, as this is considered the "shoulder season." On the sales front, some fall sales will be available around mid-month, as it's one of the last big shopping times before Black Friday — unfortunately, these sales can't compare to what Black Friday will bring.

Check out our full guide to learn what to buy in October.

December

The end of the year will bring Green Monday and Super Saturday deals, though these might not measure up after the hype of Black Friday. One thing that's definitely worth shopping in December is gift cards. During the month, tons of retailers and restaurants will offer bonus cards when you purchase gift cards worth a certain amount.

Expect deals on video games and holiday decor to also be prevalent in December, especially during After Christmas sales. Definitely stock up on DVDs and Blu-ray Discs, and expect great headphone deals, too.

Check out our full guide to learn what to buy in December.