Based on 14 years of data, Black Gram Dal (Urd Dal) prices in India typically peak in March (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in April (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around March has fetched better rates.
Best month
March
vs average +6%
Weakest month
April
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹8,682/quintal) · averaged over 14 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102.2 | ₹8,873 |
| February | 101.5 | ₹8,813 |
| March★ Best | 105.6 | ₹9,169 |
| AprilLowest | 94.2 | ₹8,179 |
| May | 96.1 | ₹8,344 |
| June | 95.7 | ₹8,309 |
| July | 96.6 | ₹8,387 |
| August | 102.3 | ₹8,882 |
| September | 100.7 | ₹8,743 |
| October | 100.9 | ₹8,760 |
| November | 101.7 | ₹8,830 |
| December | 102.5 | ₹8,899 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, December, August. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹17,654/quintal in March 2017.
