Best Time to See Coyotes in Kansas
February, April and January is the best time to see coyotes in Kansas. Based on 341 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when coyotes are most active across the year in Kansas.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
341 verified observations of coyotes in Kansas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When coyotes are recorded in Kansas
Peak month
February
41 records (12% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 34 | 10% |
| Februarypeak | 41 | 12% |
| March | 33 | 9.7% |
| Aprilpeak | 39 | 11.4% |
| May | 34 | 10% |
| June | 22 | 6.5% |
| July | 20 | 5.9% |
| August | 24 | 7% |
| September | 25 | 7.3% |
| October | 24 | 7% |
| November | 25 | 7.3% |
| December | 20 | 5.9% |
Coyotes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Coyote | 341 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Kansas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when coyotes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for coyotes sit around 22 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 43°F | 25°F | 1.1" |
| Febbest time | 43°F | 22°F | 1.1" |
| Mar | 55°F | 35°F | 2.2" |
| Aprbest time | 67°F | 45°F | 1.2" |
| May | 74°F | 55°F | 6.5" |
| Jun | 87°F | 67°F | 3.7" |
| Jul | 91°F | 71°F | 2.3" |
| Aug | 90°F | 70°F | 1.8" |
| Sep | 84°F | 64°F | 1.7" |
| Oct | 68°F | 48°F | 1.3" |
| Nov | 56°F | 37°F | 1.3" |
| Dec | 47°F | 29°F | 1.1" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Kansas. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of coyotes in Kansas peak in February, when 41 of the year's 341 verified observations are logged — about 12% of the annual total. Activity stays high through February, April and January.
The quietest stretch is July, December and June, when coyotes are hardest to find — July sees just 20 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The coyotes you are most likely to encounter in Kansas are Coyote — 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 coyotes in Kansas
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve — National Preserve
- Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Fort Larned National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Fort Scott National Historic Site — National Historic Site
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see coyotes in Kansas?+
February is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through February, April and January, based on 341 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are coyotes hardest to see in Kansas?+
July is the quietest month for coyotes in Kansas, with only 20 verified records.
Are coyotes active year-round in Kansas?+
Coyotes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Kansas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in February.
More places to see coyotes
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