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 7% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +9%
Weakest month
March
vs average −7%
100 = annual average (₹13,693/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 103.1 | ₹14,118 |
| February | 99.4 | ₹13,611 |
| MarchLowest | 93.5 | ₹12,803 |
| April | 95.3 | ₹13,050 |
| May | 96.4 | ₹13,200 |
| June | 97.9 | ₹13,406 |
| July | 103.5 | ₹14,173 |
| August★ Best | 109 | ₹14,926 |
| September | 102.5 | ₹14,036 |
| October | 99.4 | ₹13,611 |
| November | 98.1 | ₹13,433 |
| December | 102 | ₹13,967 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹51,899/quintal in July 2023.
