Best Time to See Black Widows in Alabama
September, October and July is the best time to see black widows in Alabama. Based on 1,029 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when black widows are most active across the year in Alabama.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 22, 2026.
Northern Black Widow · Joseph McPhail CC BY
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1,029 verified observations of black widows in Alabama, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When black widows are recorded in Alabama
Peak month
September
185 records (18% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18 | 1.7% |
| February | 40 | 3.9% |
| March | 58 | 5.6% |
| April | 81 | 7.9% |
| May | 86 | 8.4% |
| June | 102 | 9.9% |
| Julypeak | 114 | 11.1% |
| August | 99 | 9.6% |
| Septemberpeak | 185 | 18% |
| Octoberpeak | 150 | 14.6% |
| November | 69 | 6.7% |
| December | 27 | 2.6% |
Black Widows you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Southern Black Widow | 569 |
| Brown Widow | 296 |
| Northern Black Widow | 66 |
| Western Black Widow | 2 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Alabama
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when black widows are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for black widows sit around 58 to 91 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57°F | 40°F | 5.4" |
| Feb | 63°F | 45°F | 6.3" |
| Mar | 69°F | 50°F | 6" |
| Apr | 75°F | 54°F | 4.9" |
| May | 83°F | 62°F | 3.8" |
| Jun | 88°F | 70°F | 5.8" |
| Julbest time | 91°F | 73°F | 4.5" |
| Aug | 91°F | 73°F | 4.4" |
| Sepbest time | 87°F | 68°F | 3.1" |
| Octbest time | 76°F | 58°F | 3.9" |
| Nov | 65°F | 47°F | 3.2" |
| Dec | 60°F | 44°F | 4.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Alabama. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of black widows in Alabama peak in September, when 185 of the year's 1,029 verified observations are logged — about 18% of the annual total. Activity stays high through September, October and July.
The quietest stretch is January and December, when black widows are hardest to find — January sees just 18 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The black widows you are most likely to encounter in Alabama are Southern Black Widow, Brown Widow and Northern Black Widow — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see black widows in Alabama
- Horseshoe Bend National Military Park — National Military Park
- Little River Canyon National Preserve — National Preserve
- Natchez Trace Parkway — Parkway
- Russell Cave National Monument — National Monument
- Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument — National Monument
- Freedom Riders National Monument — National Monument
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see black widows in Alabama?+
September is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through September, October and July, based on 1,029 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are black widows hardest to see in Alabama?+
January is the quietest month for black widows in Alabama, with only 18 verified records.
Are black widows active year-round in Alabama?+
Black widows are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Alabama, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in September.
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