Best Time to See Yellow Rumped Warblers in Arkansas
April, March and February is the best time to see yellow rumped warblers in Arkansas. Based on 593 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when yellow rumped warblers 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.
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593 verified observations of yellow rumped warblers in Arkansas, recorded across 9 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When yellow rumped warblers are recorded in Arkansas
Peak month
April
127 records (21.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 66 | 11.1% |
| Februarypeak | 80 | 13.5% |
| Marchpeak | 106 | 17.9% |
| Aprilpeak | 127 | 21.4% |
| May | 11 | 1.9% |
| June | 0 | 0% |
| July | 0 | 0% |
| August | 0 | 0% |
| September | 2 | 0.3% |
| October | 66 | 11.1% |
| November | 76 | 12.8% |
| December | 59 | 9.9% |
Yellow Rumped Warblers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Yellow-rumped Warbler | 593 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Arkansas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when yellow rumped warblers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for yellow rumped warblers sit around 36 to 71 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52°F | 36°F | 4.7" |
| Febbest time | 54°F | 36°F | 5.3" |
| Marbest time | 64°F | 45°F | 6.1" |
| Aprbest time | 71°F | 52°F | 6.8" |
| May | 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 yellow rumped warblers in Arkansas peak in April, when 127 of the year's 593 verified observations are logged — about 21.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and February.
The quietest stretch is June, July and August, when yellow rumped warblers are hardest to find — no verified records exist for June. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The yellow rumped warblers you are most likely to encounter in Arkansas are Yellow-rumped Warbler — 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 yellow rumped warblers 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 yellow rumped warblers in Arkansas?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and February, based on 593 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are yellow rumped warblers hardest to see in Arkansas?+
June is the quietest month for yellow rumped warblers in Arkansas, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are yellow rumped warblers active year-round in Arkansas?+
Yellow rumped warblers are recorded in 9 of 12 months in Arkansas, concentrated around April and March.
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