Best Time to See Rabbits in Florida
April, May and June is the best time to see rabbits in Florida. Based on 17,564 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when rabbits are most active across the year in Florida.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Eastern Cottontail · Bailey Duncan CC BY-SA
Eastern Cottontail · Ben Machado CC BY
Marsh Rabbit · Public domain CC0
17,564 verified observations of rabbits in Florida, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When rabbits are recorded in Florida
Peak month
April
3,222 records (18.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 768 | 4.4% |
| February | 889 | 5.1% |
| March | 1,918 | 10.9% |
| Aprilpeak | 3,222 | 18.3% |
| Maypeak | 2,971 | 16.9% |
| Junepeak | 2,183 | 12.4% |
| July | 1,344 | 7.7% |
| August | 957 | 5.4% |
| September | 1,019 | 5.8% |
| October | 1,084 | 6.2% |
| November | 634 | 3.6% |
| December | 575 | 3.3% |
Rabbits you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Marsh Rabbit | 9,851 |
| Eastern Cottontail | 6,785 |
| European Rabbit | 175 |
| Swamp Rabbit | 3 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Florida
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when rabbits are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for rabbits sit around 64 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70°F | 52°F | 1.9" |
| Feb | 76°F | 57°F | 2.3" |
| Mar | 81°F | 60°F | 2.3" |
| Aprbest time | 83°F | 64°F | 4.5" |
| Maybest time | 87°F | 68°F | 4.5" |
| Junbest time | 88°F | 73°F | 9.3" |
| Jul | 88°F | 75°F | 9.6" |
| Aug | 89°F | 76°F | 11.1" |
| Sep | 86°F | 73°F | 11.5" |
| Oct | 82°F | 69°F | 4" |
| Nov | 75°F | 61°F | 4.5" |
| Dec | 72°F | 56°F | 3.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Florida. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on rabbits in Florida:
Sightings of rabbits in Florida peak in April, when 3,222 of the year's 17,564 verified observations are logged — about 18.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is December, November and January, when rabbits are hardest to find — December sees just 575 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The rabbits you are most likely to encounter in Florida are Marsh Rabbit, Eastern Cottontail and European Rabbit — 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 rabbits in Florida
- Big Cypress National Preserve — National Preserve
- Biscayne National Park — National Park
- Canaveral National Seashore — National Seashore
- Dry Tortugas National Park — National Park
- Everglades National Park — National Park
- Gulf Islands National Seashore — National Seashore
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see rabbits in Florida?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 17,564 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are rabbits hardest to see in Florida?+
December is the quietest month for rabbits in Florida, with only 575 verified records.
Are rabbits active year-round in Florida?+
Rabbits are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Florida, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
More places to see rabbits
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