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How to get average across all dates using rolling average?
The differences you're observing between your 33-day rolling average and monthly averages make complete sense when we consider how these calculations work:
Continuous vs. Fixed Periods: A 33-day average updates daily and isn't tied to calendar months, while monthly averages use fixed start/end dates.
Cross-Month Inclusion: Your June average, for instance, contains data from late May, creating different comparison points.
Smoothing Effect: The longer window naturally smooths out daily fluctuations more than monthly averages.
The Seasonal Factor You Should Consider
We should also account for potential seasonality in your time patterns. While I don't know your exact data, many financial datasets show monthly patterns - often peaking at period beginnings/ends.
Here's why this matters: Your 33-day window captures two peak moments - the end of one month and start of another. When these high-value periods combine in a single average, the result naturally appears inflated compared to looking at months individually.
I'm using your rolling average calculations but I'm grouping my visual by month. It should still work though correct? Or no