Best Time to See Coyotes in Delaware
March, June and April is the best time to see coyotes in Delaware. Based on 56 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when coyotes 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 June 28, 2026.
56 verified observations of coyotes in Delaware, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When coyotes are recorded in Delaware
Peak month
March
14 records (25% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6 | 10.7% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| Marchpeak | 14 | 25% |
| Aprilpeak | 7 | 12.5% |
| May | 1 | 1.8% |
| Junepeak | 9 | 16.1% |
| July | 4 | 7.1% |
| August | 2 | 3.6% |
| September | 6 | 10.7% |
| October | 3 | 5.4% |
| November | 2 | 3.6% |
| December | 2 | 3.6% |
Coyotes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Coyote | 56 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Delaware
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 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.
More on coyotes in Delaware:
Sightings of coyotes in Delaware peak in March, when 14 of the year's 56 verified observations are logged — about 25% of the annual total. Activity stays high through March, June and April.
The quietest stretch is February and May, when coyotes are hardest to find — no verified records exist for February. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The coyotes you are most likely to encounter in Delaware 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 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
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see coyotes in Delaware?+
March is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through March, June and April, based on 56 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are coyotes hardest to see in Delaware?+
February is the quietest month for coyotes in Delaware, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are coyotes active year-round in Delaware?+
Coyotes are recorded in 11 of 12 months in Delaware, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in March.
More places to see coyotes
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