Based on 24 years of data, Coffee prices in India typically peak in August (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in January (roughly 10% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +6%
Weakest month
January
vs average −10%
100 = annual average (₹12,490/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| JanuaryLowest | 90.5 | ₹11,303 |
| February | 104.5 | ₹13,052 |
| March | 93.5 | ₹11,678 |
| April | 99.7 | ₹12,452 |
| May | 96 | ₹11,990 |
| June | 97.9 | ₹12,228 |
| July | 100.3 | ₹12,527 |
| August★ Best | 106.2 | ₹13,264 |
| September | 102.7 | ₹12,827 |
| October | 105.5 | ₹13,177 |
| November | 101.8 | ₹12,715 |
| December | 101.4 | ₹12,665 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, October, February. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹35,540/quintal in December 2025.
