Based on 26 years of data, Taramira prices in India typically peak in August (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 8% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +5%
Weakest month
February
vs average −8%
100 = annual average (₹3,259/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102.2 | ₹3,331 |
| FebruaryLowest | 91.9 | ₹2,995 |
| March | 92.5 | ₹3,015 |
| April | 98.6 | ₹3,214 |
| May | 100.1 | ₹3,263 |
| June | 101.1 | ₹3,295 |
| July | 102.2 | ₹3,331 |
| August★ Best | 104.5 | ₹3,406 |
| September | 101.9 | ₹3,321 |
| October | 102.7 | ₹3,347 |
| November | 100.4 | ₹3,272 |
| December | 101.8 | ₹3,318 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, October, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,483/quintal in September 2016.