Based on 22 years of data, Mace prices in India typically peak in March (about 10% above the annual average) and bottom out in June (roughly 20% below). Historically, selling around March has fetched better rates.
Best month
March
vs average +10%
Weakest month
June
vs average −20%
100 = annual average (₹64,347/quintal) · averaged over 22 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102.7 | ₹66,084 |
| February | 109.1 | ₹70,202 |
| March★ Best | 110.3 | ₹70,974 |
| April | 99 | ₹63,703 |
| May | 89.6 | ₹57,655 |
| JuneLowest | 79.9 | ₹51,413 |
| July | 95.9 | ₹61,708 |
| August | 107.3 | ₹69,044 |
| September | 99.9 | ₹64,282 |
| October | 97.4 | ₹62,674 |
| November | 104.1 | ₹66,985 |
| December | 104.9 | ₹67,500 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, February, August. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹1,73,181/quintal in July 2021.
