Based on 26 years of data, Cummin Seed(Jeera) prices in India typically peak in August (about 9% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +9%
Weakest month
March
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹13,671/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 103.1 | ₹14,095 |
| February | 99.5 | ₹13,603 |
| MarchLowest | 93.6 | ₹12,796 |
| April | 95.6 | ₹13,069 |
| May | 96.6 | ₹13,206 |
| June | 98 | ₹13,398 |
| July | 103.7 | ₹14,177 |
| August★ Best | 109.2 | ₹14,929 |
| September | 101 | ₹13,808 |
| October | 99.6 | ₹13,616 |
| November | 98.2 | ₹13,425 |
| December | 102.1 | ₹13,958 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹51,899/quintal in July 2023.
