The altcoin season appears to be gaining momentum. According to CoinMarketCap's latest data, the Altcoin Season Index has moved up to 35, signaling a gradual recovery in alternative cryptocurrency performance relative to Bitcoin.

This index tracks what percentage of the top 100 cryptocurrencies (excluding stablecoins and wrapped tokens) have surpassed Bitcoin's gains over the past 90 days. When the score reaches 75 or above, it officially marks an altcoin season—a period when investors actively shift capital toward altcoins. Currently, at 35, we're still in Bitcoin's dominant phase, but the upward trajectory suggests growing interest in the broader crypto market beyond just BTC.

For traders monitoring market sentiment, this uptick provides an early signal that altcoin season conditions could be developing in the coming weeks.