Based on 26 years of data, Bottle gourd prices in India typically peak in March (about 14% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 24% below). Historically, selling around March has fetched better rates.
Best month
March
vs average +14%
Weakest month
May
vs average −24%
100 = annual average (₹943/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 108 | ₹1,018 |
| February | 110.1 | ₹1,038 |
| March★ Best | 113.9 | ₹1,074 |
| April | 91.3 | ₹861 |
| MayLowest | 75.8 | ₹715 |
| June | 84.4 | ₹796 |
| July | 107.6 | ₹1,014 |
| August | 99.9 | ₹942 |
| September | 95.7 | ₹902 |
| October | 105.5 | ₹995 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, February, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,359/quintal in November 2025.
| November |
| 100.7 |
| ₹949 |
| December | 107.1 | ₹1,010 |
