Just four days ago, the Altcoin Season Index (ASI) hovered at a modest 39, and as of today, it has climbed even higher to a score of 51 out of a possible 100. For altcoin season to truly kick off, the ASI needs to soar past the 75 mark, so this recent ascent indicates it’s getting a whole lot closer to that threshold.
Altcoin Season Index Jumps 12 Points as FOMO Floodgates Open
The figures reveal that altcoin season is drawing near, with the ASI score on blockchaincenter.net jumping 12 points in the past four days. Just 24 more points are needed for the ASI to hit the 75 out of 100 mark, signaling the official start of altcoin season.
Source: Altcoin Season Index via blockchaincenter.net.
On social media, chatter about the impending altcoin season has reached a fever pitch. “The 4-year convergence breakout of the altcoin MC is coming,” one person wrote on Sunday. “The real alt season hasn’t started yet.”
Another X user added:
“It’s altcoin popcorn season again. Where random alts ‘pop’ out of nowhere. Remember to not chase pumps during this period. Define your thesis, enter/exit with a predetermined plan, and most importantly – enjoy the popcorn.”
Google Trends data reveals the phrase “altcoin season” maxed out at a perfect 100 on July 18. As of July 20—though data is still trickling in—the number sits at a strong 97, climbing from Saturday’s 61. Meanwhile, interest in the search term “altcoins” hasn’t peaked yet. It hit 75 on Friday, dipped to 47 on Saturday, and rebounded to 78 today, pending final numbers.
Source: Google Trends
Leading the global search for “altcoins” are Senegal, Bulgaria, the Netherlands, Germany, and the United States. For “altcoin season,” top spots go to Samoa, Vanuatu, Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Switzerland. Related searches lighting up the trend charts include “South Korea,” “ BTC Dominance,” “Dominance,” and “alt season 2025.”
If current momentum holds, the market may be approaching one of those rare inflection points where sentiment, Google search interest, and price action collide. While the ASI hasn’t yet cleared the critical mark, behavioral signals, market performances, and social media posts suggest that anticipation is quickly morphing into conviction. Whether driven by data or speculatively-enhanced dopamine, traders appear to be positioning for fireworks ahead.
