Based on 19 years of data, Custard Apple (Sharifa) prices in India typically peak in May (about 51% above the annual average) and bottom out in November (roughly 37% below). Historically, selling around May has fetched better rates.
Best month
May
vs average +51%
Weakest month
November
vs average −37%
100 = annual average (₹3,444/quintal) · averaged over 19 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 126.1 | ₹4,343 |
| February | 135.3 | ₹4,660 |
| March | 139.6 | ₹4,808 |
| April | 138.7 | ₹4,777 |
| May★ Best | 150.6 | ₹5,187 |
| June | 84.2 | ₹2,900 |
| July | 66.7 | ₹2,297 |
| August | 69.7 | ₹2,400 |
| September | 70.5 | ₹2,428 |
| October | 68.2 | ₹2,349 |
| NovemberLowest | 63.4 | ₹2,183 |
| December | 87 | ₹2,996 |
Top 3 months to sell: May, March, April. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹11,750/quintal in May 2018.
