Best Time to See Bees in Georgia
June, April and July is the best time to see bees in Georgia. Based on 39,303 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bees 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 June 28, 2026.
Eastern Carpenter Bee · Leila Dasher CC BY
Norton's Alkali Bee · Dan Vickers CC BY
Nomada rodecki · James Kindt CC BY
39,303 verified observations of bees in Georgia, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bees are recorded in Georgia
Peak month
June
7,267 records (18.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 85 | 0.2% |
| February | 475 | 1.2% |
| March | 3,513 | 8.9% |
| Aprilpeak | 5,204 | 13.2% |
| May | 4,889 | 12.4% |
| Junepeak | 7,267 | 18.5% |
| Julypeak | 5,044 | 12.8% |
| August | 3,997 | 10.2% |
| September | 4,081 | 10.4% |
| October | 3,600 | 9.2% |
| November | 1,030 | 2.6% |
| December | 118 | 0.3% |
Bees you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Eastern Bumble Bee | 6,387 |
| Eastern Carpenter Bee | 5,837 |
| Western Honey Bee | 3,747 |
| American Bumble Bee | 1,644 |
| Brown-belted Bumble Bee | 1,537 |
| Two-spotted Bumble Bee | 1,310 |
| Carpenter-mimic Leafcutter Bee | 786 |
| Sculptured Resin Bee | 669 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Georgia
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when bees are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for bees sit around 54 to 92 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" |
| Mar | 71°F | 50°F | 4" |
| Aprbest time | 76°F | 54°F | 4" |
| May | 84°F | 62°F | 2.1" |
| Junbest time | 89°F | 69°F | 4.2" |
| Julbest time | 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 bees in Georgia:
Sightings of bees in Georgia peak in June, when 7,267 of the year's 39,303 verified observations are logged — about 18.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, April and July.
The quietest stretch is January and December, when bees are hardest to find — January sees just 85 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bees you are most likely to encounter in Georgia are Common Eastern Bumble Bee, Eastern Carpenter Bee and Western Honey Bee — 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 bees 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bees in Georgia?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, April and July, based on 39,303 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bees hardest to see in Georgia?+
January is the quietest month for bees in Georgia, with only 85 verified records.
Are bees active year-round in Georgia?+
Bees are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Georgia, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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