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 25% below). Historically, selling around March has fetched better rates.
Best month
March
vs average +14%
Weakest month
May
vs average −25%
100 = annual average (₹948/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 107.3 | ₹1,017 |
| February | 109.9 | ₹1,041 |
| March★ Best | 114 | ₹1,080 |
| April | 90.6 | ₹858 |
| MayLowest | 74.7 | ₹708 |
| June | 84 | ₹796 |
| July | 107.3 | ₹1,017 |
| August | 104 | ₹985 |
| September | 98.9 | ₹937 |
| October | 104.4 | ₹989 |
| November | 99 | ₹938 |
| December | 105.7 | ₹1,002 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, February, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,237/quintal in December 2024.
