Based on 24 years of data, Cloves prices in India typically peak in August (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 2% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +6%
Weakest month
October
vs average −2%
100 = annual average (₹60,763/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.4 | ₹61,614 |
| February | 98.3 | ₹59,730 |
| March | 98.5 | ₹59,851 |
| April | 99.5 | ₹60,459 |
| May | 98.9 | ₹60,095 |
| June | 98.6 | ₹59,912 |
| July | 98.3 | ₹59,730 |
| August★ Best | 105.5 | ₹64,105 |
| September | 102.4 | ₹62,221 |
| OctoberLowest | 97.8 | ₹59,426 |
| November | 100.3 | ₹60,945 |
| December | 100.7 | ₹61,188 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, September, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹99,643/quintal in December 2013.
