Based on 26 years of data, Arhar (Tur/Red Gram)(Whole) prices in India typically peak in October (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in January (roughly 5% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +6%
Weakest month
January
vs average −5%
100 = annual average (₹4,604/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| JanuaryLowest | 95.2 | ₹4,383 |
| February | 96.1 | ₹4,425 |
| March | 96.2 | ₹4,429 |
| April | 99 | ₹4,558 |
| May | 97.3 | ₹4,480 |
| June | 98.7 | ₹4,544 |
| July | 101.2 | ₹4,660 |
| August | 103.7 | ₹4,775 |
| September | 103.8 | ₹4,779 |
| October★ Best | 106.4 | ₹4,899 |
| November | 105.9 | ₹4,876 |
| December | 96.6 | ₹4,448 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, November, September. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹10,343/quintal in June 2024.
