Based on 26 years of data, Cotton prices in India typically peak in February (about 3% above the annual average) and bottom out in September (roughly 5% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +3%
Weakest month
September
vs average −5%
100 = annual average (₹4,320/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102.7 | ₹4,436 |
| February★ Best | 103.4 | ₹4,466 |
| March | 102.9 | ₹4,445 |
| April | 100.8 | ₹4,354 |
| May | 98.8 | ₹4,268 |
| June | 98.1 | ₹4,237 |
| July | 100.5 | ₹4,341 |
| August | 102.2 | ₹4,415 |
| SeptemberLowest | 95.2 | ₹4,112 |
| October | 96.6 | ₹4,173 |
| November | 98.9 | ₹4,272 |
| December | 99.9 | ₹4,315 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, March, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹10,057/quintal in May 2022.
