Based on 26 years of data, Papaya prices in India typically peak in October (about 7% above the annual average) and bottom out in January (roughly 12% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +7%
Weakest month
January
vs average −12%
100 = annual average (₹1,580/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| JanuaryLowest | 88.2 | ₹1,394 |
| February | 91.2 | ₹1,441 |
| March | 95.2 | ₹1,505 |
| April | 97.5 | ₹1,541 |
| May | 102.3 | ₹1,617 |
| June | 103.9 | ₹1,642 |
| July | 105.6 | ₹1,669 |
| August | 103.8 | ₹1,640 |
| September | 103 | ₹1,628 |
| October★ Best | 106.8 | ₹1,688 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, November, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹3,318/quintal in March 2025.
| November |
| 105.8 |
| ₹1,672 |
| December | 96.7 | ₹1,528 |
