Best Time to See Raccoons in Delaware
May, June and April is the best time to see raccoons in Delaware. Based on 457 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when raccoons 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.
Eastern Raccoon · Elizabeth Green CC BY
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457 verified observations of raccoons in Delaware, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When raccoons are recorded in Delaware
Peak month
May
89 records (19.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 32 | 7% |
| February | 29 | 6.3% |
| March | 30 | 6.6% |
| Aprilpeak | 53 | 11.6% |
| Maypeak | 89 | 19.5% |
| Junepeak | 60 | 13.1% |
| July | 35 | 7.7% |
| August | 24 | 5.3% |
| September | 27 | 5.9% |
| October | 30 | 6.6% |
| November | 23 | 5% |
| December | 25 | 5.5% |
Raccoons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raccoon | 457 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Delaware
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when raccoons are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for raccoons sit around 48 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" |
| Mar | 54°F | 39°F | 3.8" |
| Aprbest time | 63°F | 48°F | 4.5" |
| Maybest time | 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 raccoons in Delaware:
Sightings of raccoons in Delaware peak in May, when 89 of the year's 457 verified observations are logged — about 19.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, June and April.
The quietest stretch is November, August and December, when raccoons are hardest to find — November sees just 23 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The raccoons you are most likely to encounter in Delaware are Common Raccoon — 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 raccoons 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 raccoons in Delaware?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, June and April, based on 457 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are raccoons hardest to see in Delaware?+
November is the quietest month for raccoons in Delaware, with only 23 verified records.
Are raccoons active year-round in Delaware?+
Raccoons are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Delaware, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
More places to see raccoons
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