Best Time to See Raccoons in Kansas
April, May and June is the best time to see raccoons in Kansas. Based on 666 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when raccoons 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.
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666 verified observations of raccoons in Kansas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When raccoons are recorded in Kansas
Peak month
April
100 records (15% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22 | 3.3% |
| February | 46 | 6.9% |
| March | 68 | 10.2% |
| Aprilpeak | 100 | 15% |
| Maypeak | 98 | 14.7% |
| Junepeak | 95 | 14.3% |
| July | 60 | 9% |
| August | 44 | 6.6% |
| September | 46 | 6.9% |
| October | 39 | 5.9% |
| November | 29 | 4.4% |
| December | 19 | 2.9% |
Raccoons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raccoon | 666 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Kansas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when raccoons are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for raccoons sit around 45 to 87 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" |
| Aprbest time | 67°F | 45°F | 1.2" |
| Maybest time | 74°F | 55°F | 6.5" |
| Junbest time | 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.
More on raccoons in Kansas:
Sightings of raccoons in Kansas peak in April, when 100 of the year's 666 verified observations are logged — about 15% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is December and January, when raccoons are hardest to find — December sees just 19 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The raccoons you are most likely to encounter in Kansas are Common Raccoon — 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 raccoons 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see raccoons in Kansas?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 666 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are raccoons hardest to see in Kansas?+
December is the quietest month for raccoons in Kansas, with only 19 verified records.
Are raccoons active year-round in Kansas?+
Raccoons are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Kansas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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