Based on 25 years of data, Round gourd prices in India typically peak in March (about 25% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 39% below). Historically, selling around March has fetched better rates.
Best month
March
vs average +25%
Weakest month
May
vs average −39%
100 = annual average (₹1,155/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 117.1 | ₹1,353 |
| February | 124.2 | ₹1,435 |
| March★ Best | 125 | ₹1,444 |
| April | 98.3 | ₹1,136 |
| MayLowest | 61.4 | ₹709 |
| June | 69.5 | ₹803 |
| July | 104.9 | ₹1,212 |
| August | 99.9 | ₹1,154 |
| September | 93.8 | ₹1,084 |
| October | 103.6 | ₹1,197 |
| November | 99.5 | ₹1,150 |
| December | 102.9 | ₹1,189 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, February, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,873/quintal in December 2021.
