Best Time to See Bats in Georgia
May, April and March is the best time to see bats in Georgia. Based on 771 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bats are most active across the year in Georgia.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 2, 2026.
Eastern Red Bat · skitterbug CC BY
Eastern Red Bat · Bill Sheehan CC BY-SA
Tri-coloured Bat · northerly CC BY
771 verified observations of bats in Georgia, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bats are recorded in Georgia
Peak month
May
91 records (11.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 33 | 4.3% |
| February | 66 | 8.6% |
| Marchpeak | 84 | 10.9% |
| Aprilpeak | 90 | 11.7% |
| Maypeak | 91 | 11.8% |
| June | 84 | 10.9% |
| July | 67 | 8.7% |
| August | 66 | 8.6% |
| September | 58 | 7.5% |
| October | 62 | 8% |
| November | 32 | 4.2% |
| December | 38 | 4.9% |
Bats you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Big Brown Bat | 149 |
| Tri-coloured Bat | 127 |
| Eastern Red Bat | 111 |
| Mexican Free-tailed Bat | 52 |
| Evening Bat | 30 |
| Seminole Bat | 25 |
| Silver-haired Bat | 11 |
| Southeastern Myotis | 10 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Georgia
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when bats are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for bats sit around 50 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 59°F | 41°F | 5.4" |
| Feb | 64°F | 45°F | 3.9" |
| Marbest time | 71°F | 50°F | 4" |
| Aprbest time | 76°F | 54°F | 4" |
| Maybest time | 84°F | 62°F | 2.1" |
| Jun | 89°F | 69°F | 4.2" |
| Jul | 92°F | 73°F | 3.7" |
| Aug | 90°F | 73°F | 4.2" |
| Sep | 86°F | 67°F | 2.7" |
| Oct | 77°F | 58°F | 2.9" |
| Nov | 66°F | 47°F | 2.6" |
| Dec | 60°F | 43°F | 3.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Georgia. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on bats in Georgia:
Sightings of bats in Georgia peak in May, when 91 of the year's 771 verified observations are logged — about 11.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, April and March.
The quietest stretch is November, January and December, when bats are hardest to find — November sees just 32 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bats you are most likely to encounter in Georgia are Big Brown Bat, Tri-coloured Bat and Eastern Red Bat — 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 bats in Georgia
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Cumberland Island National Seashore — National Seashore
- Fort Pulaski National Monument — National Monument
- Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Andersonville National Historic Site — National Historic Site
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bats in Georgia?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and March, based on 771 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bats hardest to see in Georgia?+
November is the quietest month for bats in Georgia, with only 32 verified records.
Are bats active year-round in Georgia?+
Bats are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Georgia, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
More places to see bats
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