Best Time to See Raccoons in Arkansas
May, October and June is the best time to see raccoons in Arkansas. Based on 1,500 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when raccoons 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 2, 2026.
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1,500 verified observations of raccoons in Arkansas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When raccoons are recorded in Arkansas
Peak month
May
181 records (12.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 82 | 5.5% |
| February | 90 | 6% |
| March | 144 | 9.6% |
| April | 133 | 8.9% |
| Maypeak | 181 | 12.1% |
| Junepeak | 153 | 10.2% |
| July | 135 | 9% |
| August | 126 | 8.4% |
| September | 131 | 8.7% |
| Octoberpeak | 154 | 10.3% |
| November | 102 | 6.8% |
| December | 69 | 4.6% |
Raccoons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raccoon | 1,500 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Arkansas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when raccoons are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for raccoons sit around 56 to 88 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" |
| Mar | 64°F | 45°F | 6.1" |
| Apr | 71°F | 52°F | 6.8" |
| Maybest time | 80°F | 62°F | 5.3" |
| Junbest time | 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" |
| Octbest time | 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.
More on raccoons in Arkansas:
Sightings of raccoons in Arkansas peak in May, when 181 of the year's 1,500 verified observations are logged — about 12.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, October and June.
The quietest stretch is December, January and February, when raccoons are hardest to find — December sees just 69 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The raccoons you are most likely to encounter in Arkansas are Common Raccoon — 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 raccoons 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 raccoons in Arkansas?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, October and June, based on 1,500 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are raccoons hardest to see in Arkansas?+
December is the quietest month for raccoons in Arkansas, with only 69 verified records.
Are raccoons active year-round in Arkansas?+
Raccoons are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Arkansas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
More places to see raccoons
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