Best Time to See Centipedes in Delaware
April, March and June is the best time to see centipedes in Delaware. Based on 413 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes are most active across the year in Delaware.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 22, 2026.
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413 verified observations of centipedes in Delaware, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Delaware
Peak month
April
71 records (17.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 20 | 4.8% |
| February | 30 | 7.3% |
| Marchpeak | 54 | 13.1% |
| Aprilpeak | 71 | 17.2% |
| May | 38 | 9.2% |
| Junepeak | 42 | 10.2% |
| July | 38 | 9.2% |
| August | 19 | 4.6% |
| September | 27 | 6.5% |
| October | 35 | 8.5% |
| November | 29 | 7% |
| December | 10 | 2.4% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| House Centipede | 103 |
| Brown Centipede | 45 |
| Japanese House Centipede | 24 |
| Eastern Red Centipede | 23 |
| Diamondback Soil Centipede | 5 |
| Common Cryptops | 4 |
| Scolopocryptops peregrinator | 2 |
| Lamyctes | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Delaware
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when centipedes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for centipedes sit around 39 to 79 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44°F | 32°F | 2.9" |
| Feb | 47°F | 33°F | 3.8" |
| Marbest time | 54°F | 39°F | 3.8" |
| Aprbest time | 63°F | 48°F | 4.5" |
| May | 70°F | 56°F | 3.9" |
| Junbest time | 79°F | 66°F | 3.9" |
| Jul | 86°F | 73°F | 6" |
| Aug | 83°F | 72°F | 5.1" |
| Sep | 77°F | 65°F | 4.3" |
| Oct | 68°F | 55°F | 4.4" |
| Nov | 56°F | 43°F | 2.8" |
| Dec | 48°F | 36°F | 4.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Delaware. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of centipedes in Delaware peak in April, when 71 of the year's 413 verified observations are logged — about 17.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and June.
The quietest stretch is December, when centipedes are hardest to find — December sees just 10 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The centipedes you are most likely to encounter in Delaware are House Centipede, Brown Centipede and Japanese House Centipede — 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 centipedes in Delaware
- Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Chesapeake Bay
- First State National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see centipedes in Delaware?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and June, based on 413 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Delaware?+
December is the quietest month for centipedes in Delaware, with only 10 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in Delaware?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Delaware, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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