Based on 26 years of data, Sweet Pumpkin prices in India typically peak in November (about 15% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 11% below). Historically, selling around November has fetched better rates.
Best month
November
vs average +15%
Weakest month
May
vs average −11%
100 = annual average (₹931/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 99.5 | ₹927 |
| February | 96.7 | ₹900 |
| March | 95.6 | ₹890 |
| April | 89.6 | ₹834 |
| MayLowest | 89.5 | ₹833 |
| June | 93.7 | ₹873 |
| July | 99.5 | ₹927 |
| August | 100 | ₹931 |
| September | 104.6 | ₹974 |
| October | 112.4 | ₹1,047 |
| November |
Top 3 months to sell: November, October, September. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,249/quintal in October 2025.
| 114.8 |
| ₹1,069 |
| December | 104 | ₹968 |