Based on 15 years of data, Bengal Gram Dal (Chana Dal) prices in India typically peak in December (about 4% above the annual average) and bottom out in June (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around December has fetched better rates.
Best month
December
vs average +4%
Weakest month
June
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹6,523/quintal) · averaged over 15 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.2 | ₹6,602 |
| February | 98.1 | ₹6,399 |
| March | 102.2 | ₹6,667 |
| April | 101.6 | ₹6,628 |
| May | 95.3 | ₹6,217 |
| JuneLowest | 94.1 | ₹6,139 |
| July | 95 | ₹6,197 |
| August | 99.6 | ₹6,497 |
| September | 102.2 | ₹6,667 |
| October | 102.3 | ₹6,673 |
| November | 104.1 | ₹6,791 |
| December★ Best | 104.4 | ₹6,810 |
Top 3 months to sell: December, November, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹13,000/quintal in March 2016.
