Best Time to See Hummingbirds in Delaware
September, August and May is the best time to see hummingbirds in Delaware. Based on 328 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when hummingbirds 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.
328 verified observations of hummingbirds in Delaware, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When hummingbirds are recorded in Delaware
Peak month
September
79 records (24.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8 | 2.4% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 2 | 0.6% |
| April | 14 | 4.3% |
| Maypeak | 40 | 12.2% |
| June | 33 | 10.1% |
| July | 36 | 11% |
| Augustpeak | 71 | 21.6% |
| Septemberpeak | 79 | 24.1% |
| October | 10 | 3% |
| November | 18 | 5.5% |
| December | 17 | 5.2% |
Hummingbirds you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Ruby-throated Hummingbird | 309 |
| Allen's Hummingbird | 9 |
| Rufous Hummingbird | 3 |
| Anna's × Calliope hummingbird | 3 |
| Calliope Hummingbird | 2 |
Sightings of hummingbirds in Delaware peak in September, when 79 of the year's 328 verified observations are logged — about 24.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through September, August and May.
The quietest stretch is February, when hummingbirds 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 hummingbirds you are most likely to encounter in Delaware are Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird and Rufous Hummingbird — 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 hummingbirds 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
- Cape Henlopen State Park
- Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
Plan your hummingbird trip in Delaware
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see hummingbirds in Delaware?+
September is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through September, August and May, based on 328 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are hummingbirds hardest to see in Delaware?+
February is the quietest month for hummingbirds in Delaware, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are hummingbirds active year-round in Delaware?+
Hummingbirds are recorded in 11 of 12 months in Delaware, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in September.
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