Based on 25 years of data, Lak(Teora) prices in India typically peak in January (about 10% 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 +10%
Weakest month
June
vs average −7%
100 = annual average (₹2,363/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 109.5 | ₹2,587 |
| February | 104.9 | ₹2,479 |
| March | 96.5 | ₹2,280 |
| April | 94.7 | ₹2,238 |
| May | 93.4 | ₹2,207 |
| JuneLowest | 93.1 | ₹2,200 |
| July | 96.7 | ₹2,285 |
| August | 99.6 | ₹2,353 |
| September | 97.9 | ₹2,313 |
| October | 100 | ₹2,363 |
| November | 107.6 | ₹2,542 |
| December | 106 | ₹2,505 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, November, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹6,504/quintal in February 2003.
