Based on 25 years of data, Lak(Teora) prices in India typically peak in January (about 9% above the annual average) and bottom out in June (roughly 7% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +9%
Weakest month
June
vs average −7%
100 = annual average (₹2,366/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 109.3 | ₹2,586 |
| February | 104.7 | ₹2,478 |
| March | 96.3 | ₹2,279 |
| April | 94.5 | ₹2,236 |
| May | 93.2 | ₹2,206 |
| JuneLowest | 93 | ₹2,201 |
| July | 96.6 | ₹2,286 |
| August | 100 | ₹2,366 |
| September | 99.3 | ₹2,350 |
| October | 99.8 | ₹2,362 |
| November | 107.5 | ₹2,544 |
| December | 105.8 | ₹2,504 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, November, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹6,504/quintal in February 2003.
