Best Time to See Ticks in Georgia
June, May and April is the best time to see ticks in Georgia. Based on 1,064 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when ticks 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 22, 2026.
American Dog Tick · Nova Patch CC BY-SA
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Asian Longhorned Tick · Zachary Dankowicz CC BY
1,064 verified observations of ticks in Georgia, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When ticks are recorded in Georgia
Peak month
June
257 records (24.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 19 | 1.8% |
| February | 24 | 2.3% |
| March | 74 | 7% |
| Aprilpeak | 164 | 15.4% |
| Maypeak | 224 | 21.1% |
| Junepeak | 257 | 24.2% |
| July | 138 | 13% |
| August | 68 | 6.4% |
| September | 31 | 2.9% |
| October | 21 | 2% |
| November | 31 | 2.9% |
| December | 13 | 1.2% |
Ticks you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Lone Star Tick | 419 |
| American Dog Tick | 213 |
| Gulf Coast Tick | 204 |
| Eastern Black-legged Tick | 97 |
| Gopher tortoise Tick | 12 |
| Rabbit Tick | 2 |
| Brown Dog Tick | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Georgia
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when ticks are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for ticks sit around 54 to 89 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" |
| Maybest time | 84°F | 62°F | 2.1" |
| Junbest time | 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 ticks in Georgia:
Sightings of ticks in Georgia peak in June, when 257 of the year's 1,064 verified observations are logged — about 24.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, May and April.
The quietest stretch is December and January, when ticks are hardest to find — December sees just 13 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The ticks you are most likely to encounter in Georgia are Lone Star Tick, American Dog Tick and Gulf Coast Tick — 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 ticks 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 ticks in Georgia?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, May and April, based on 1,064 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are ticks hardest to see in Georgia?+
December is the quietest month for ticks in Georgia, with only 13 verified records.
Are ticks active year-round in Georgia?+
Ticks 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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