Based on 26 years of data, Tomato prices in India typically peak in July (about 49% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 35% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +49%
Weakest month
March
vs average −35%
100 = annual average (₹1,451/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 79.8 | ₹1,158 |
| February | 65.4 | ₹949 |
| MarchLowest | 64.6 | ₹937 |
| April | 70.3 | ₹1,020 |
| May | 78.1 | ₹1,133 |
| June | 100.7 | ₹1,461 |
| July★ Best | 149 | ₹2,161 |
| August | 134.9 | ₹1,957 |
| September | 109.1 | ₹1,583 |
| October | 119.9 | ₹1,739 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, August, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,278/quintal in July 2023.
| November |
| 127.2 |
| ₹1,845 |
| December | 100.9 | ₹1,464 |
