Based on 26 years of data, Banana prices in India typically peak in July (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +6%
Weakest month
October
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹1,924/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 98.7 | ₹1,899 |
| February | 97.7 | ₹1,880 |
| March | 97.5 | ₹1,876 |
| April | 98.9 | ₹1,903 |
| May | 102.2 | ₹1,967 |
| June | 104.3 | ₹2,007 |
| July★ Best | 105.8 | ₹2,036 |
| August | 102.6 | ₹1,974 |
| September | 99.8 | ₹1,920 |
| OctoberLowest | 96.7 | ₹1,861 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, June, August. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹4,451/quintal in February 2025.
| November |
| 96.9 |
| ₹1,865 |
| December | 98.9 | ₹1,903 |
