Based on 25 years of data, Sugar prices in India typically peak in August (about 1% above the annual average) and bottom out in June (roughly 1% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +1%
Weakest month
June
vs average −1%
100 = annual average (₹3,066/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 100.5 | ₹3,081 |
| February | 100.4 | ₹3,078 |
| March | 99.9 | ₹3,063 |
| April | 100 | ₹3,066 |
| May | 100.2 | ₹3,072 |
| JuneLowest | 98.8 | ₹3,029 |
| July | 99.8 | ₹3,060 |
| August★ Best | 101.2 | ₹3,102 |
| September | 99.5 | ₹3,050 |
| October | 99.6 | ₹3,053 |
| November | 100.4 | ₹3,078 |
| December | 99.7 | ₹3,056 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, January, February. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹4,771/quintal in June 2026.
