Based on 25 years of data, Wood prices in India typically peak in September (about 12% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 13% below). Historically, selling around September has fetched better rates.
Best month
September
vs average +12%
Weakest month
February
vs average −13%
100 = annual average (₹788/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 87.8 | ₹692 |
| FebruaryLowest | 87.2 | ₹687 |
| March | 110.8 | ₹873 |
| April | 103.7 | ₹817 |
| May | 96.5 | ₹760 |
| June | 99.5 | ₹784 |
| July | 90.9 | ₹716 |
| August | 105.8 | ₹833 |
| September★ Best | 112.4 | ₹885 |
| October | 104.3 | ₹821 |
| November | 108.7 | ₹856 |
| December | 92.3 | ₹727 |
Top 3 months to sell: September, March, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹4,674/quintal in March 2003.
