Based on 19 years of data, Balekai prices in India typically peak in February (about 28% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 29% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +28%
Weakest month
May
vs average −29%
100 = annual average (₹1,268/quintal) · averaged over 19 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 110.7 | ₹1,404 |
| February★ Best | 127.6 | ₹1,618 |
| March | 110.9 | ₹1,406 |
| April | 87.5 | ₹1,110 |
| MayLowest | 71.4 | ₹905 |
| June | 102.4 | ₹1,298 |
| July | 99.6 | ₹1,263 |
| August | 89.8 | ₹1,139 |
| September | 81.9 | ₹1,039 |
| October | 97.7 | ₹1,239 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, December, March. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹3,162/quintal in November 2023.
| November |
| 106.8 |
| ₹1,354 |
| December | 113.6 | ₹1,440 |
