Based on 26 years of data, Chili Red prices in India typically peak in September (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around September has fetched better rates.
Best month
September
vs average +5%
Weakest month
February
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹8,506/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 96.7 | ₹8,226 |
| FebruaryLowest | 96.6 | ₹8,217 |
| March | 98.5 | ₹8,379 |
| April | 100.1 | ₹8,515 |
| May | 98.3 | ₹8,362 |
| June | 99.5 | ₹8,464 |
| July | 103.3 | ₹8,787 |
| August | 104.4 | ₹8,881 |
| September★ Best | 104.9 | ₹8,923 |
| October | 96.9 | ₹8,243 |
| November | 100.9 | ₹8,583 |
| December | 99.9 | ₹8,498 |
Top 3 months to sell: September, August, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹21,973/quintal in March 2026.
