Based on 17 years of data, Lotus prices in India typically peak in February (about 52% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 38% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +52%
Weakest month
October
vs average −38%
100 = annual average (₹10/quintal) · averaged over 17 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 144.5 | ₹14 |
| February★ Best | 152 | ₹15 |
| March | 130 | ₹13 |
| April | 94.4 | ₹9 |
| May | 70.6 | ₹7 |
| June | 63.2 | ₹6 |
| July | 64.7 | ₹6 |
| August | 72.7 | ₹7 |
| September | 66.7 | ₹7 |
| OctoberLowest | 61.6 | ₹6 |
| November |
Top 3 months to sell: February, January, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹59/quintal in November 2025.
| 139.1 |
| ₹14 |
| December | 140.6 | ₹14 |
