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 (₹3,250/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102.5 | ₹3,332 |
| FebruaryLowest | 92.1 | ₹2,994 |
| March | 92.8 | ₹3,016 |
| April | 98.8 | ₹3,211 |
| May | 100.4 | ₹3,263 |
| June | 101.4 | ₹3,296 |
| July | 102.5 | ₹3,332 |
| August★ Best | 104.7 | ₹3,403 |
| September | 99 | ₹3,218 |
| October | 103 | ₹3,348 |
| November | 100.6 | ₹3,270 |
| December | 102.1 | ₹3,319 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, October, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,483/quintal in September 2016.