Best Time to See Frogs in Hawaii
June, July and May is the best time to see frogs in Hawaii. Based on 4,807 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when frogs are most active across the year in Hawaii.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Cane Toad · Public domain CC0
Green-and-black Poison Dart Frog · Public domain CC0
Cane Toad · Emily Chebul CC BY-SA
4,807 verified observations of frogs in Hawaii, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When frogs are recorded in Hawaii
Peak month
June
490 records (10.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 370 | 7.7% |
| February | 335 | 7% |
| March | 389 | 8.1% |
| April | 414 | 8.6% |
| Maypeak | 486 | 10.1% |
| Junepeak | 490 | 10.2% |
| Julypeak | 489 | 10.2% |
| August | 477 | 9.9% |
| September | 317 | 6.6% |
| October | 313 | 6.5% |
| November | 309 | 6.4% |
| December | 418 | 8.7% |
Frogs you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Cane Toad | 2,602 |
| Common Coqui | 946 |
| Greenhouse Frog | 514 |
| American Bullfrog | 321 |
| Green-and-black Poison Dart Frog | 192 |
| Wrinkled Frog | 162 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Hawaii
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when frogs are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for frogs sit around 59 to 76 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69°F | 57°F | 8.6" |
| Feb | 68°F | 56°F | 15.6" |
| Mar | 70°F | 57°F | 11.5" |
| Apr | 71°F | 58°F | 15.1" |
| Maybest time | 72°F | 59°F | 17.2" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 61°F | 18.8" |
| Julbest time | 76°F | 62°F | 18.1" |
| Aug | 76°F | 62°F | 16" |
| Sep | 76°F | 62°F | 19.4" |
| Oct | 75°F | 62°F | 11.3" |
| Nov | 73°F | 60°F | 10" |
| Dec | 71°F | 58°F | 13.7" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Hawaii. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on frogs in Hawaii:
Sightings of frogs in Hawaii peak in June, when 490 of the year's 4,807 verified observations are logged — about 10.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is November, October and September, when frogs are hardest to find — November sees just 309 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The frogs you are most likely to encounter in Hawaii are Cane Toad, Common Coqui and Greenhouse Frog — 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 frogs in Hawaii
- Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park — National Park
- Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Haleakalā National Park — National Park
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see frogs in Hawaii?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 4,807 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are frogs hardest to see in Hawaii?+
November is the quietest month for frogs in Hawaii, with only 309 verified records.
Are frogs active year-round in Hawaii?+
Frogs are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Hawaii, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
More places to see frogs
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