Based on 25 years of data, Snakeguard prices in India typically peak in December (about 7% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 5% below). Historically, selling around December has fetched better rates.
Best month
December
vs average +7%
Weakest month
March
vs average −5%
100 = annual average (₹1,897/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 99.3 | ₹1,884 |
| February | 95.5 | ₹1,812 |
| MarchLowest | 94.6 | ₹1,795 |
| April | 96.8 | ₹1,836 |
| May | 99.4 | ₹1,886 |
| June | 100.3 | ₹1,903 |
| July | 100.6 | ₹1,908 |
| August | 101.3 | ₹1,922 |
| September | 96.8 | ₹1,836 |
| October | 101.5 | ₹1,926 |
| November | 106.6 | ₹2,022 |
| December★ Best | 107.1 | ₹2,032 |
Top 3 months to sell: December, November, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹4,630/quintal in November 2025.
