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 41% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +31%
Weakest month
April
vs average −41%
100 = annual average (₹2,516/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 130.6 | ₹3,286 |
| February | 127 | ₹3,196 |
| March | 110.4 | ₹2,778 |
| AprilLowest | 58.6 | ₹1,475 |
| May | 114 | ₹2,869 |
| June | 103.2 | ₹2,597 |
| July | 92.3 | ₹2,323 |
| August | 97.5 | ₹2,453 |
| September | 92.3 | ₹2,323 |
| October | 92.3 | ₹2,323 |
| November | 85.7 | ₹2,156 |
| December | 96 | ₹2,416 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, February, May. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹14,000/quintal in May 2020.