Best Time to See Rabbits in Colorado
June, July and May is the best time to see rabbits in Colorado. Based on 10,013 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when rabbits 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.
Snowshoe Hare · Jared Shorma CC BY
Snowshoe Hare · Jonathan Layman CC BY
Black-tailed Jackrabbit · Public domain CC0
10,013 verified observations of rabbits in Colorado, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When rabbits are recorded in Colorado
Peak month
June
1,789 records (17.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 341 | 3.4% |
| February | 268 | 2.7% |
| March | 443 | 4.4% |
| April | 1,184 | 11.8% |
| Maypeak | 1,488 | 14.9% |
| Junepeak | 1,789 | 17.9% |
| Julypeak | 1,579 | 15.8% |
| August | 1,143 | 11.4% |
| September | 726 | 7.3% |
| October | 460 | 4.6% |
| November | 303 | 3% |
| December | 289 | 2.9% |
Rabbits you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mountain Cottontail | 2,363 |
| Desert Cottontail | 1,916 |
| Eastern Cottontail | 614 |
| Snowshoe Hare | 604 |
| Black-tailed Jackrabbit | 372 |
| White-tailed Jackrabbit | 175 |
| European Rabbit | 32 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Colorado
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when rabbits are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for rabbits sit around 31 to 76 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 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" |
| Julbest time | 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 rabbits in Colorado:
Sightings of rabbits in Colorado peak in June, when 1,789 of the year's 10,013 verified observations are logged — about 17.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is February, December and November, when rabbits are hardest to find — February sees just 268 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The rabbits you are most likely to encounter in Colorado are Mountain Cottontail, Desert Cottontail and Eastern Cottontail — 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 rabbits 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see rabbits in Colorado?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 10,013 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are rabbits hardest to see in Colorado?+
February is the quietest month for rabbits in Colorado, with only 268 verified records.
Are rabbits active year-round in Colorado?+
Rabbits are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Colorado, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
More places to see rabbits
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