Based on 24 years of data, Groundnut pods (raw) prices in India typically peak in August (about 14% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 9% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +14%
Weakest month
May
vs average −9%
100 = annual average (₹3,335/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 111.1 | ₹3,705 |
| February | 98.2 | ₹3,275 |
| March | 92.3 | ₹3,078 |
| April | 93.9 | ₹3,132 |
| MayLowest | 90.9 | ₹3,032 |
| June | 97.1 | ₹3,238 |
| July | 111.9 | ₹3,732 |
| August★ Best | 114.4 | ₹3,815 |
| September | 99.4 | ₹3,315 |
| October | 93.2 | ₹3,108 |
| November | 95.5 | ₹3,185 |
| December | 102 | ₹3,402 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹9,735/quintal in August 2003.
