Based on 26 years of data, Wheat prices in India typically peak in February (about 4% above the annual average) and bottom out in April (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +4%
Weakest month
April
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹1,517/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 103.6 | ₹1,572 |
| February★ Best | 103.9 | ₹1,576 |
| March | 98.5 | ₹1,494 |
| AprilLowest | 97.3 | ₹1,476 |
| May | 98.1 | ₹1,488 |
| June | 98 | ₹1,487 |
| July | 99 | ₹1,502 |
| August | 98 | ₹1,487 |
| September | 98.3 | ₹1,491 |
| October | 99.4 | ₹1,508 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, January, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,928/quintal in January 2025.
| November |
| 102.5 |
| ₹1,555 |
| December | 103.4 | ₹1,569 |
