Best Time to See Turkey Vultures in Delaware
April, March and February is the best time to see turkey vultures in Delaware. Based on 881 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when turkey vultures 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 20, 2026.
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881 verified observations of turkey vultures in Delaware, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When turkey vultures are recorded in Delaware
Peak month
April
111 records (12.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 72 | 8.2% |
| Februarypeak | 97 | 11% |
| Marchpeak | 100 | 11.4% |
| Aprilpeak | 111 | 12.6% |
| May | 85 | 9.6% |
| June | 69 | 7.8% |
| July | 62 | 7% |
| August | 48 | 5.4% |
| September | 67 | 7.6% |
| October | 68 | 7.7% |
| November | 59 | 6.7% |
| December | 43 | 4.9% |
Turkey Vultures you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Turkey Vulture | 881 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Delaware
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when turkey vultures are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for turkey vultures sit around 33 to 63 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44°F | 32°F | 2.9" |
| Febbest time | 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" |
| Jun | 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 turkey vultures in Delaware peak in April, when 111 of the year's 881 verified observations are logged — about 12.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and February.
The quietest stretch is December, August and November, when turkey vultures are hardest to find — December sees just 43 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The turkey vultures you are most likely to encounter in Delaware are Turkey Vulture — 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 turkey vultures 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see turkey vultures in Delaware?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and February, based on 881 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are turkey vultures hardest to see in Delaware?+
December is the quietest month for turkey vultures in Delaware, with only 43 verified records.
Are turkey vultures active year-round in Delaware?+
Turkey vultures 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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