Based on 15 years of data, Bengal Gram Dal (Chana Dal) prices in India typically peak in December (about 5% 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 +5%
Weakest month
June
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹6,523/quintal) · averaged over 15 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.7 | ₹6,634 |
| February | 99 | ₹6,458 |
| March | 102.4 | ₹6,679 |
| April | 101.6 | ₹6,627 |
| May | 95.3 | ₹6,216 |
| JuneLowest | 94.1 | ₹6,138 |
| July | 95 | ₹6,197 |
| August | 99.7 | ₹6,503 |
| September | 100.3 | ₹6,543 |
| October | 102.3 | ₹6,673 |
| November | 104.2 | ₹6,797 |
| December★ Best | 104.6 | ₹6,823 |
Top 3 months to sell: December, November, March. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹13,000/quintal in March 2016.
