Based on 24 years of data, Fish prices in India typically peak in April (about 2% above the annual average) and bottom out in December (roughly 2% below). Historically, selling around April has fetched better rates.
Best month
April
vs average +2%
Weakest month
December
vs average −2%
100 = annual average (₹14,580/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 100.2 | ₹14,609 |
| February | 100.5 | ₹14,652 |
| March | 100 | ₹14,580 |
| April★ Best | 101.8 | ₹14,842 |
| May | 99.6 | ₹14,521 |
| June | 100.2 | ₹14,609 |
| July | 98.2 | ₹14,317 |
| August | 100 | ₹14,580 |
| September | 101 | ₹14,725 |
| October | 100.8 | ₹14,696 |
| November | 99.6 | ₹14,521 |
| DecemberLowest | 98 | ₹14,288 |
Top 3 months to sell: April, September, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹26,063/quintal in January 2026.
