Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Water Melon today.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Water Melon is about 2.4% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC | ₹2,200 |
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.
That ₹1,550 (70.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Water Melon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Water Melon prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,442. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
For Water Melon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Water Melon changed hands at this rate in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.