Based on 26 years of data, Cotton prices in India typically peak in February (about 3% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 4% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +3%
Weakest month
October
vs average −4%
100 = annual average (₹4,333/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102.4 | ₹4,437 |
| February★ Best | 103.1 | ₹4,467 |
| March | 102.6 | ₹4,446 |
| April | 100.5 | ₹4,355 |
| May | 98.5 | ₹4,268 |
| June | 97.8 | ₹4,238 |
| July | 100.2 | ₹4,342 |
| August | 101.7 | ₹4,407 |
| September | 98.9 | ₹4,285 |
| OctoberLowest | 96.3 | ₹4,173 |
| November | 98.6 | ₹4,272 |
| December | 99.6 | ₹4,316 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, March, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹10,057/quintal in May 2022.
