Best Time to See Yellow Rumped Warblers in Georgia
January, February and March is the best time to see yellow rumped warblers in Georgia. Based on 2,354 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when yellow rumped warblers 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 20, 2026.
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2,354 verified observations of yellow rumped warblers in Georgia, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When yellow rumped warblers are recorded in Georgia
Peak month
January
539 records (22.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 539 | 22.9% |
| Februarypeak | 515 | 21.9% |
| Marchpeak | 434 | 18.4% |
| April | 314 | 13.3% |
| May | 22 | 0.9% |
| June | 1 | 0% |
| July | 3 | 0.1% |
| August | 0 | 0% |
| September | 4 | 0.2% |
| October | 98 | 4.2% |
| November | 192 | 8.2% |
| December | 232 | 9.9% |
Yellow Rumped Warblers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Yellow-rumped Warbler | 2,354 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Georgia
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when yellow rumped warblers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for yellow rumped warblers sit around 41 to 71 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 59°F | 41°F | 5.4" |
| Febbest time | 64°F | 45°F | 3.9" |
| Marbest time | 71°F | 50°F | 4" |
| Apr | 76°F | 54°F | 4" |
| May | 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.
Sightings of yellow rumped warblers in Georgia peak in January, when 539 of the year's 2,354 verified observations are logged — about 22.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through January, February and March.
The quietest stretch is August and June, when yellow rumped warblers are hardest to find — no verified records exist for August. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The yellow rumped warblers you are most likely to encounter in Georgia are Yellow-rumped Warbler — 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 yellow rumped warblers 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 yellow rumped warblers in Georgia?+
January is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through January, February and March, based on 2,354 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are yellow rumped warblers hardest to see in Georgia?+
August is the quietest month for yellow rumped warblers in Georgia, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are yellow rumped warblers active year-round in Georgia?+
Yellow rumped warblers are recorded in 11 of 12 months in Georgia, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in January.
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