Based on 21 years of data, Lilly prices in India typically peak in May (about 104% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 56% below). Historically, selling around May has fetched better rates.
Best month
May
vs average +104%
Weakest month
October
vs average −56%
100 = annual average (₹122/quintal) · averaged over 21 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 94.1 | ₹115 |
| February | 89.6 | ₹109 |
| March | 49.2 | ₹60 |
| April | 135.1 | ₹165 |
| May★ Best | 204.1 | ₹249 |
| June | 188.7 | ₹230 |
| July | 180.2 | ₹220 |
| August | 44.5 | ₹54 |
| September | 47.4 | ₹58 |
| OctoberLowest | 43.7 | ₹53 |
Top 3 months to sell: May, June, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹4,228/quintal in May 2026.
| November |
| 49.4 |
| ₹60 |
| December | 74.1 | ₹90 |
