Based on 22 years of data, Mace prices in India typically peak in March (about 11% 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 +11%
Weakest month
June
vs average −20%
100 = annual average (₹63,928/quintal) · averaged over 22 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 103.4 | ₹66,102 |
| February | 109.8 | ₹70,193 |
| March★ Best | 111 | ₹70,960 |
| April | 99.7 | ₹63,736 |
| May | 90.1 | ₹57,599 |
| JuneLowest | 80.4 | ₹51,398 |
| July | 96.5 | ₹61,691 |
| August | 103.1 | ₹65,910 |
| September | 97.5 | ₹62,330 |
| October | 98.1 | ₹62,713 |
| November | 104.8 | ₹66,997 |
| December | 105.6 | ₹67,508 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, February, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹1,73,181/quintal in July 2021.
