Based on 26 years of data, Onion prices in India typically peak in December (about 118% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 40% below). Historically, selling around December has fetched better rates.
Best month
December
vs average +118%
Weakest month
May
vs average −40%
100 = annual average (₹1,607/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 99.1 | ₹1,593 |
| February | 86.3 | ₹1,387 |
| March | 73.3 | ₹1,178 |
| April | 62.7 | ₹1,008 |
| MayLowest | 59.7 | ₹960 |
| June | 67.2 | ₹1,080 |
| July | 81.6 | ₹1,312 |
| August | 98.3 | ₹1,580 |
| September | 112 | ₹1,800 |
| October | 116.9 | ₹1,879 |
| November | 124.9 | ₹2,007 |
| December★ Best | 218 | ₹3,504 |
Top 3 months to sell: December, November, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹46,428/quintal in December 2024.
