Based on 26 years of data, Moath Dal prices in India typically peak in August (about 8% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 5% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +8%
Weakest month
October
vs average −5%
100 = annual average (₹4,111/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 97.7 | ₹4,016 |
| February | 96.5 | ₹3,967 |
| March | 96.8 | ₹3,979 |
| April | 100 | ₹4,111 |
| May | 99.5 | ₹4,090 |
| June | 104 | ₹4,275 |
| July | 107.6 | ₹4,423 |
| August★ Best | 108 | ₹4,439 |
| September | 99.8 | ₹4,102 |
| OctoberLowest | 94.7 | ₹3,893 |
| November | 96.6 | ₹3,971 |
| December | 98.8 | ₹4,061 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, June. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,767/quintal in August 2023.
