Based on 24 years of data, Cloves prices in India typically peak in August (about 4% 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 +4%
Weakest month
October
vs average −2%
100 = annual average (₹60,658/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.6 | ₹61,629 |
| February | 98.4 | ₹59,688 |
| March | 98.6 | ₹59,809 |
| April | 99.7 | ₹60,476 |
| May | 99.1 | ₹60,112 |
| June | 98.8 | ₹59,930 |
| July | 98.4 | ₹59,688 |
| August★ Best | 103.6 | ₹62,842 |
| September | 102.5 | ₹62,175 |
| OctoberLowest | 97.9 | ₹59,385 |
| November | 100.4 | ₹60,901 |
| December | 100.9 | ₹61,204 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, September, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹99,643/quintal in December 2013.
