Best Time to See Hummingbirds in Kansas
September, May and August is the best time to see hummingbirds in Kansas. Based on 448 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when hummingbirds 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.
Anna's Hummingbird · Christoph Moning CC BY
Anna's Hummingbird · Christoph Moning CC BY
Ruby-throated Hummingbird · Christoph Moning CC BY
448 verified observations of hummingbirds in Kansas, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When hummingbirds are recorded in Kansas
Peak month
September
125 records (27.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 1 | 0.2% |
| March | 5 | 1.1% |
| April | 13 | 2.9% |
| Maypeak | 113 | 25.2% |
| June | 42 | 9.4% |
| July | 48 | 10.7% |
| Augustpeak | 87 | 19.4% |
| Septemberpeak | 125 | 27.9% |
| October | 10 | 2.2% |
| November | 4 | 0.9% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Hummingbirds you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Ruby-throated Hummingbird | 407 |
| Black-chinned Hummingbird | 10 |
| Anna's Hummingbird | 5 |
| Rufous Hummingbird | 5 |
| Calliope Hummingbird | 3 |
| Broad-tailed Hummingbird | 2 |
| Broad-billed Hummingbird | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Kansas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when hummingbirds are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for hummingbirds sit around 55 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43°F | 25°F | 1.1" |
| Feb | 43°F | 22°F | 1.1" |
| Mar | 55°F | 35°F | 2.2" |
| Apr | 67°F | 45°F | 1.2" |
| Maybest time | 74°F | 55°F | 6.5" |
| Jun | 87°F | 67°F | 3.7" |
| Jul | 91°F | 71°F | 2.3" |
| Augbest time | 90°F | 70°F | 1.8" |
| Sepbest time | 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.
More on hummingbirds in Kansas:
Sightings of hummingbirds in Kansas peak in September, when 125 of the year's 448 verified observations are logged — about 27.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through September, May and August.
The quietest stretch is January, December and February, when hummingbirds are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The hummingbirds you are most likely to encounter in Kansas are Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Black-chinned Hummingbird and Anna's Hummingbird — 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 hummingbirds 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 hummingbirds in Kansas?+
September is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through September, May and August, based on 448 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are hummingbirds hardest to see in Kansas?+
January is the quietest month for hummingbirds in Kansas, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are hummingbirds active year-round in Kansas?+
Hummingbirds are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Kansas, concentrated around September and May.
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