Meat
How long does uncured raw ham last in the fridge?
Uncured raw ham keeps 3–5 days in the fridge — no cure and no smoke, so it is a pork roast with a ham’s name and a pork roast’s window.
How long does it keep?
| Fridge | 3–5 days |
|---|---|
| Freezer | 6 months |
Can it sit out?
Uncured raw ham is perishable — the FSIS 2-hour rule applies.
Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).
How to tell if uncured raw ham has gone bad
- A sour smell rather than a clean, mild one
- A slick, sticky surface
- Dull gray patches spreading across the pink
When in doubt, throw it out.
It freezes solidly for 6 months — cut it into portions first, because a whole one takes days to thaw.
Quick answers
How long does uncured raw ham last in the fridge?
Uncured raw ham keeps 3–5 days in the fridge — no cure and no smoke, so it is a pork roast with a ham’s name and a pork roast’s window.
Can you freeze uncured raw ham?
USDA’s freezer window for uncured raw ham is 6 months.
How long can uncured raw ham sit out?
The FSIS 2-hour rule applies to uncured raw ham. Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).