Based on 24 years of data, Lentil (Masur)(Whole) prices in India typically peak in November (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around November has fetched better rates.
Best month
November
vs average +5%
Weakest month
February
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹4,212/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.8 | ₹4,288 |
| FebruaryLowest | 94.4 | ₹3,976 |
| March | 95.1 | ₹4,006 |
| April | 97.4 | ₹4,103 |
| May | 96.2 | ₹4,052 |
| June | 96.9 | ₹4,082 |
| July | 100.6 | ₹4,238 |
| August | 102.6 | ₹4,322 |
| September | 103.5 | ₹4,360 |
| October | 104.3 | ₹4,393 |
| November |
Top 3 months to sell: November, October, September. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,851/quintal in October 2015.
| 105.4 |
| ₹4,440 |
| December | 101.7 | ₹4,284 |
