Based on 25 years of data, Ox prices in India typically peak in April (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in November (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around April has fetched better rates.
Best month
April
vs average +6%
Weakest month
November
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹17,073/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 97.4 | ₹16,629 |
| February | 99.2 | ₹16,937 |
| March | 101.2 | ₹17,278 |
| April★ Best | 106.4 | ₹18,166 |
| May | 105 | ₹17,927 |
| June | 104.3 | ₹17,807 |
| July | 101.1 | ₹17,261 |
| August | 102.2 | ₹17,449 |
| September | 98.2 | ₹16,766 |
| October | 95.9 | ₹16,373 |
| NovemberLowest | 94.2 | ₹16,083 |
| December | 94.9 | ₹16,202 |
Top 3 months to sell: April, May, June. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹43,109/quintal in April 2020.
