Based on 26 years of data, Turmeric prices in India typically peak in January (about 7% above the annual average) and bottom out in June (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +7%
Weakest month
June
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹6,762/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 107.1 | ₹7,242 |
| February | 96.9 | ₹6,553 |
| March | 97.9 | ₹6,620 |
| April | 98.1 | ₹6,634 |
| May | 98 | ₹6,627 |
| JuneLowest | 96.8 | ₹6,546 |
| July | 100.3 | ₹6,783 |
| August | 102.5 | ₹6,931 |
| September | 100.9 | ₹6,823 |
| October | 102.2 | ₹6,911 |
| November | 100.3 | ₹6,783 |
| December | 98.9 | ₹6,688 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, August, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹27,510/quintal in January 2026.
