Based on 26 years of data, Chili Red prices in India typically peak in August (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +5%
Weakest month
February
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹8,476/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 97 | ₹8,221 |
| FebruaryLowest | 96.9 | ₹8,213 |
| March | 98.6 | ₹8,357 |
| April | 100.6 | ₹8,526 |
| May | 98.8 | ₹8,374 |
| June | 99.8 | ₹8,459 |
| July | 103.7 | ₹8,789 |
| August★ Best | 105.1 | ₹8,908 |
| September | 100.6 | ₹8,526 |
| October | 97.2 | ₹8,238 |
| November | 101.3 | ₹8,586 |
| December | 100.3 | ₹8,501 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹21,605/quintal in December 2022.
