Based on 21 years of data, Lilly prices in India typically peak in May (about 106% 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 +106%
Weakest month
October
vs average −56%
100 = annual average (₹121/quintal) · averaged over 21 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 94.8 | ₹115 |
| February | 90.2 | ₹109 |
| March | 49.5 | ₹60 |
| April | 136.1 | ₹165 |
| May★ Best | 205.5 | ₹249 |
| June | 190 | ₹230 |
| July | 172.9 | ₹210 |
| August | 44.8 | ₹54 |
| September | 47.7 | ₹58 |
| OctoberLowest | 44 | ₹53 |
Top 3 months to sell: May, June, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹4,228/quintal in May 2026.
| November |
| 49.8 |
| ₹60 |
| December | 74.6 | ₹90 |
