Based on 25 years of data, Chennangi Dal prices in India typically peak in October (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +5%
Weakest month
March
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹5,081/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 98.7 | ₹5,015 |
| February | 95.3 | ₹4,843 |
| MarchLowest | 94 | ₹4,777 |
| April | 103 | ₹5,234 |
| May | 100.2 | ₹5,092 |
| June | 95.6 | ₹4,858 |
| July | 99.2 | ₹5,041 |
| August | 101.7 | ₹5,168 |
| September | 104.3 | ₹5,300 |
| October★ Best | 105.3 | ₹5,351 |
| November | 102.9 | ₹5,229 |
| December | 99.6 | ₹5,061 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, September, April. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹10,480/quintal in April 2025.
