Based on 26 years of data, Groundnut prices in India typically peak in July (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in November (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +5%
Weakest month
November
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹3,820/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 95.8 | ₹3,660 |
| February | 100.5 | ₹3,839 |
| March | 100.5 | ₹3,839 |
| April | 101.1 | ₹3,862 |
| May | 101.4 | ₹3,874 |
| June | 101.4 | ₹3,874 |
| July★ Best | 105.2 | ₹4,019 |
| August | 104.7 | ₹4,000 |
| September | 101.3 | ₹3,870 |
| October | 97.3 | ₹3,717 |
| NovemberLowest | 94.5 | ₹3,610 |
| December | 96.3 | ₹3,679 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, August, May. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,127/quintal in September 2026.
