Best Time to See Coyotes in Colorado
May, June and January is the best time to see coyotes in Colorado. Based on 3,096 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when coyotes are most active across the year in Colorado.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
3,096 verified observations of coyotes in Colorado, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When coyotes are recorded in Colorado
Peak month
May
343 records (11.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 297 | 9.6% |
| February | 244 | 7.9% |
| March | 244 | 7.9% |
| April | 284 | 9.2% |
| Maypeak | 343 | 11.1% |
| Junepeak | 317 | 10.2% |
| July | 229 | 7.4% |
| August | 226 | 7.3% |
| September | 237 | 7.7% |
| October | 195 | 6.3% |
| November | 214 | 6.9% |
| December | 266 | 8.6% |
Coyotes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Coyote | 3,096 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Colorado
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when coyotes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for coyotes sit around 5 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 27°F | 5°F | 0.5" |
| Feb | 27°F | 3°F | 0.9" |
| Mar | 34°F | 9°F | 1.3" |
| Apr | 46°F | 20°F | 1.1" |
| Maybest time | 57°F | 31°F | 2.5" |
| Junbest time | 69°F | 42°F | 2.1" |
| Jul | 76°F | 49°F | 2.5" |
| Aug | 75°F | 48°F | 1.7" |
| Sep | 69°F | 41°F | 1.1" |
| Oct | 54°F | 27°F | 0.8" |
| Nov | 40°F | 18°F | 0.6" |
| Dec | 30°F | 10°F | 0.9" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Colorado. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on coyotes in Colorado:
Sightings of coyotes in Colorado peak in May, when 343 of the year's 3,096 verified observations are logged — about 11.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, June and January.
The quietest stretch is October, November and August, when coyotes are hardest to find — October sees just 195 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The coyotes you are most likely to encounter in Colorado are Coyote — 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 coyotes in Colorado
- Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park — National Park
- Colorado National Monument — National Monument
- Curecanti National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Dinosaur National Monument — National Monument
- Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve — National Park & Preserve
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see coyotes in Colorado?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, June and January, based on 3,096 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are coyotes hardest to see in Colorado?+
October is the quietest month for coyotes in Colorado, with only 195 verified records.
Are coyotes active year-round in Colorado?+
Coyotes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Colorado, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
More places to see coyotes
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