Best Time to See Mallards in Arkansas
April, March and May is the best time to see mallards in Arkansas. Based on 955 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when mallards are most active across the year in Arkansas.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 20, 2026.
955 verified observations of mallards in Arkansas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When mallards are recorded in Arkansas
Peak month
April
146 records (15.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 81 | 8.5% |
| February | 77 | 8.1% |
| Marchpeak | 115 | 12% |
| Aprilpeak | 146 | 15.3% |
| Maypeak | 101 | 10.6% |
| June | 73 | 7.6% |
| July | 45 | 4.7% |
| August | 55 | 5.8% |
| September | 54 | 5.7% |
| October | 65 | 6.8% |
| November | 67 | 7% |
| December | 76 | 8% |
Mallards you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mallard | 955 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Arkansas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when mallards are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for mallards sit around 45 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52°F | 36°F | 4.7" |
| Feb | 54°F | 36°F | 5.3" |
| Marbest time | 64°F | 45°F | 6.1" |
| Aprbest time | 71°F | 52°F | 6.8" |
| Maybest time | 80°F | 62°F | 5.3" |
| Jun | 88°F | 70°F | 4.4" |
| Jul | 92°F | 74°F | 3.7" |
| Aug | 91°F | 74°F | 3.3" |
| Sep | 87°F | 68°F | 2" |
| Oct | 74°F | 56°F | 4.3" |
| Nov | 61°F | 43°F | 3.1" |
| Dec | 57°F | 40°F | 3.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Arkansas. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of mallards in Arkansas peak in April, when 146 of the year's 955 verified observations are logged — about 15.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and May.
The quietest stretch is July, September and August, when mallards are hardest to find — July sees just 45 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The mallards you are most likely to encounter in Arkansas are Mallard — 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 mallards in Arkansas
- Arkansas Post National Memorial — National Memorial
- Buffalo National River — National River
- Hot Springs National Park — National Park
- Pea Ridge National Military Park — National Military Park
- Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Historic Site
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see mallards in Arkansas?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and May, based on 955 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are mallards hardest to see in Arkansas?+
July is the quietest month for mallards in Arkansas, with only 45 verified records.
Are mallards active year-round in Arkansas?+
Mallards are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Arkansas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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