Based on 26 years of data, Seetapal prices in India typically peak in January (about 31% above the annual average) and bottom out in April (roughly 39% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +31%
Weakest month
April
vs average −39%
100 = annual average (₹2,508/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 131.1 | ₹3,288 |
| February | 127.4 | ₹3,196 |
| March | 110.8 | ₹2,779 |
| AprilLowest | 60.8 | ₹1,525 |
| May | 114.4 | ₹2,870 |
| June | 103.6 | ₹2,599 |
| July | 92.6 | ₹2,323 |
| August | 96.2 | ₹2,413 |
| September | 88.3 | ₹2,215 |
| October | 92.5 | ₹2,320 |
| November | 86 | ₹2,157 |
| December | 96.3 | ₹2,416 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, February, May. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹14,000/quintal in May 2020.
