Based on 26 years of data, Garlic prices in India typically peak in January (about 22% above the annual average) and bottom out in April (roughly 27% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +22%
Weakest month
April
vs average −27%
100 = annual average (₹5,061/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 122.3 | ₹6,190 |
| February | 108.4 | ₹5,486 |
| March | 81.2 | ₹4,110 |
| AprilLowest | 73.5 | ₹3,720 |
| May | 79.4 | ₹4,018 |
| June | 86.4 | ₹4,373 |
| July | 97.3 | ₹4,924 |
| August | 103.7 | ₹5,248 |
| September | 109.9 | ₹5,562 |
| October | 105.6 | ₹5,344 |
| November | 113 | ₹5,719 |
| December | 119.2 | ₹6,033 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, December, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹26,388/quintal in December 2024.
