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 (₹14,573/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 100.3 | ₹14,617 |
| February | 100.5 | ₹14,646 |
| March | 100.1 | ₹14,588 |
| April★ Best | 101.8 | ₹14,836 |
| May | 99.7 | ₹14,530 |
| June | 100.3 | ₹14,617 |
| July | 98.2 | ₹14,311 |
| August | 99.5 | ₹14,500 |
| September | 101 | ₹14,719 |
| October | 100.8 | ₹14,690 |
| November | 99.7 | ₹14,530 |
| DecemberLowest | 98.1 | ₹14,296 |
Top 3 months to sell: April, September, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹26,063/quintal in January 2026.
