Based on 24 years of data, Yam prices in India typically peak in April (about 10% above the annual average) and bottom out in December (roughly 19% below). Historically, selling around April has fetched better rates.
Best month
April
vs average +10%
Weakest month
December
vs average −19%
100 = annual average (₹2,533/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101 | ₹2,558 |
| February | 99.4 | ₹2,517 |
| March | 104.5 | ₹2,647 |
| April★ Best | 110.1 | ₹2,788 |
| May | 109 | ₹2,761 |
| June | 108 | ₹2,735 |
| July | 98 | ₹2,482 |
| August | 101.4 | ₹2,568 |
| September | 98.5 | ₹2,495 |
| October | 93.5 | ₹2,368 |
| November |
Top 3 months to sell: April, May, June. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹6,478/quintal in July 2023.
| 95.3 |
| ₹2,414 |
| DecemberLowest | 81.3 | ₹2,059 |
