Based on 25 years of data, Mustard Oil prices in India typically peak in January (about 2% above the annual average) and bottom out in September (roughly 2% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +2%
Weakest month
September
vs average −2%
100 = annual average (₹9,043/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 101.6 | ₹9,187 |
| February | 101.3 | ₹9,160 |
| March | 99.6 | ₹9,006 |
| April | 99.3 | ₹8,979 |
| May | 100.1 | ₹9,052 |
| June | 101 | ₹9,133 |
| July | 99.5 | ₹8,997 |
| August | 100.5 | ₹9,088 |
| SeptemberLowest | 97.9 | ₹8,853 |
| October | 98.2 | ₹8,880 |
| November | 99.8 | ₹9,024 |
| December | 101.2 | ₹9,151 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, February, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹17,171/quintal in July 2026.
