Pulling together the 12 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Water Melon was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Patiala APMC. This is one of several Water Melon rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Water Melon is about 12.6% above the period average, sitting just 48.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Patiala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 3 Nawan Shahar(Subzi Mandi) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Mapusa APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,750 (77.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Water Melon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Patiala APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,155. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Water Melon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Water Melon stood at Patiala APMC on 12 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.