Based on 26 years of data, Orange prices in India typically peak in August (about 32% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 20% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +32%
Weakest month
March
vs average −20%
100 = annual average (₹3,576/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 83.6 | ₹2,990 |
| February | 83.1 | ₹2,972 |
| MarchLowest | 80 | ₹2,861 |
| April | 94.1 | ₹3,365 |
| May | 114.7 | ₹4,102 |
| June | 125.8 | ₹4,499 |
| July | 131.7 | ₹4,710 |
| August★ Best | 132.3 | ₹4,731 |
| September | 101.4 | ₹3,626 |
| October | 85.9 | ₹3,072 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, June. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹11,382/quintal in July 2026.
| November |
| 85.1 |
| ₹3,043 |
| December | 82.4 | ₹2,947 |
