Based on 25 years of data, Paddy(Dhan)(Common) prices in India typically peak in November (about 8% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 4% below). Historically, selling around November has fetched better rates.
Best month
November
vs average +8%
Weakest month
May
vs average −4%
100 = annual average (₹1,307/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102.3 | ₹1,337 |
| February | 101.4 | ₹1,326 |
| March | 97.2 | ₹1,271 |
| April | 97 | ₹1,268 |
| MayLowest | 95.6 | ₹1,250 |
| June | 96.4 | ₹1,260 |
| July | 97.7 | ₹1,277 |
| August | 97.9 | ₹1,280 |
| September | 99.3 | ₹1,298 |
| October | 103.4 | ₹1,352 |
| November |
Top 3 months to sell: November, December, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,391/quintal in January 2024.
| 107.7 |
| ₹1,408 |
| December | 104.1 | ₹1,361 |
