Best Time to See Yellow Rumped Warblers in Indiana
April, October and May is the best time to see yellow rumped warblers in Indiana. Based on 996 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when yellow rumped warblers are most active across the year in Indiana.
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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996 verified observations of yellow rumped warblers in Indiana, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When yellow rumped warblers are recorded in Indiana
Peak month
April
384 records (38.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7 | 0.7% |
| February | 19 | 1.9% |
| March | 15 | 1.5% |
| Aprilpeak | 384 | 38.6% |
| Maypeak | 208 | 20.9% |
| June | 0 | 0% |
| July | 0 | 0% |
| August | 2 | 0.2% |
| September | 66 | 6.6% |
| Octoberpeak | 267 | 26.8% |
| November | 26 | 2.6% |
| December | 2 | 0.2% |
Yellow Rumped Warblers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Yellow-rumped Warbler | 996 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Indiana
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 42 to 71 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38°F | 24°F | 3.6" |
| Feb | 41°F | 24°F | 3.7" |
| Mar | 52°F | 33°F | 5.3" |
| Aprbest time | 61°F | 42°F | 3.6" |
| Maybest time | 71°F | 53°F | 4.5" |
| Jun | 81°F | 63°F | 3.2" |
| Jul | 84°F | 67°F | 4.7" |
| Aug | 83°F | 66°F | 3.6" |
| Sep | 78°F | 60°F | 1.8" |
| Octbest time | 65°F | 48°F | 4.4" |
| Nov | 51°F | 34°F | 2.3" |
| Dec | 44°F | 29°F | 3" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Indiana. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of yellow rumped warblers in Indiana peak in April, when 384 of the year's 996 verified observations are logged — about 38.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, October and May.
The quietest stretch is June and July, when yellow rumped warblers are hardest to find — no verified records exist for June. 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 Indiana 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 Indiana
- Indiana Dunes National Park — National Park
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial — National Memorial
- George Rogers Clark National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Indiana Dunes SP
- Gibson Generating Station
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see yellow rumped warblers in Indiana?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, October and May, based on 996 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are yellow rumped warblers hardest to see in Indiana?+
June is the quietest month for yellow rumped warblers in Indiana, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are yellow rumped warblers active year-round in Indiana?+
Yellow rumped warblers are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Indiana, concentrated around April and October.