Based on 24 years of data, Plum prices in India typically peak in November (about 48% above the annual average) and bottom out in April (roughly 20% below). Historically, selling around November has fetched better rates.
Best month
November
vs average +48%
Weakest month
April
vs average −20%
100 = annual average (₹4,096/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 109.6 | ₹4,489 |
| February | 91.6 | ₹3,752 |
| March | 87.4 | ₹3,580 |
| AprilLowest | 80.4 | ₹3,293 |
| May | 81.1 | ₹3,322 |
| June | 84.7 | ₹3,469 |
| July | 83.2 | ₹3,408 |
| August | 90.2 | ₹3,694 |
| September | 102.4 | ₹4,194 |
| October | 132.6 | ₹5,431 |
| November |
Top 3 months to sell: November, October, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹18,167/quintal in March 2024.
| 148 |
| ₹6,061 |
| December | 108.7 | ₹4,452 |
