Best Time to See Centipedes in Alabama
October, March and April is the best time to see centipedes in Alabama. Based on 1,794 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes 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.
Strigamia bothriopus · Judy Gallagher CC BY-SA
Common Desert Centipede · Public domain CC0
Common Desert Centipede · Evrytte Carlson CC BY
1,794 verified observations of centipedes in Alabama, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Alabama
Peak month
October
256 records (14.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 91 | 5.1% |
| February | 131 | 7.3% |
| Marchpeak | 234 | 13% |
| Aprilpeak | 202 | 11.3% |
| May | 160 | 8.9% |
| June | 122 | 6.8% |
| July | 93 | 5.2% |
| August | 100 | 5.6% |
| September | 166 | 9.3% |
| Octoberpeak | 256 | 14.3% |
| November | 172 | 9.6% |
| December | 67 | 3.7% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Eastern Bark Centipede | 430 |
| Eastern Red Centipede | 267 |
| House Centipede | 263 |
| Japanese House Centipede | 75 |
| Brown Centipede | 66 |
| Big-leg Centipede | 56 |
| Blue Belly Centipede | 14 |
| Lamyctes | 11 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Alabama
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when centipedes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for centipedes sit around 50 to 76 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" |
| Marbest time | 69°F | 50°F | 6" |
| Aprbest time | 75°F | 54°F | 4.9" |
| May | 83°F | 62°F | 3.8" |
| Jun | 88°F | 70°F | 5.8" |
| Jul | 91°F | 73°F | 4.5" |
| Aug | 91°F | 73°F | 4.4" |
| Sep | 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 centipedes in Alabama peak in October, when 256 of the year's 1,794 verified observations are logged — about 14.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through October, March and April.
The quietest stretch is December, January and July, when centipedes are hardest to find — December sees just 67 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The centipedes you are most likely to encounter in Alabama are Eastern Bark Centipede, Eastern Red Centipede and House Centipede — 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 centipedes 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 centipedes in Alabama?+
October is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through October, March and April, based on 1,794 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Alabama?+
December is the quietest month for centipedes in Alabama, with only 67 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in Alabama?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Alabama, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in October.
More wildlife in Alabama