Best Time to See Turkey Vultures in Alabama
November, October and March is the best time to see turkey vultures in Alabama. Based on 1,601 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when turkey vultures 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 20, 2026.
Turkey Vulture · Public domain CC0
Turkey Vulture · Public domain CC0
Turkey Vulture · Public domain CC0
1,601 verified observations of turkey vultures in Alabama, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When turkey vultures are recorded in Alabama
Peak month
November
202 records (12.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 156 | 9.7% |
| February | 140 | 8.7% |
| Marchpeak | 187 | 11.7% |
| April | 147 | 9.2% |
| May | 115 | 7.2% |
| June | 97 | 6.1% |
| July | 59 | 3.7% |
| August | 66 | 4.1% |
| September | 143 | 8.9% |
| Octoberpeak | 189 | 11.8% |
| Novemberpeak | 202 | 12.6% |
| December | 100 | 6.2% |
Turkey Vultures you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Turkey Vulture | 1,601 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Alabama
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when turkey vultures are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for turkey vultures sit around 47 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" |
| Apr | 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" |
| Novbest time | 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 turkey vultures in Alabama peak in November, when 202 of the year's 1,601 verified observations are logged — about 12.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through November, October and March.
The quietest stretch is July and August, when turkey vultures are hardest to find — July sees just 59 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The turkey vultures you are most likely to encounter in Alabama are Turkey Vulture — 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 turkey vultures 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 turkey vultures in Alabama?+
November is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through November, October and March, based on 1,601 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are turkey vultures hardest to see in Alabama?+
July is the quietest month for turkey vultures in Alabama, with only 59 verified records.
Are turkey vultures active year-round in Alabama?+
Turkey vultures are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Alabama, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in November.
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