Best Time to See Scorpions in Kansas
April, May and September is the best time to see scorpions in Kansas. Based on 303 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when scorpions 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 July 22, 2026.
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303 verified observations of scorpions in Kansas, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When scorpions are recorded in Kansas
Peak month
April
79 records (26.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 3 | 1% |
| March | 6 | 2% |
| Aprilpeak | 79 | 26.1% |
| Maypeak | 55 | 18.2% |
| June | 31 | 10.2% |
| July | 41 | 13.5% |
| August | 13 | 4.3% |
| Septemberpeak | 51 | 16.8% |
| October | 20 | 6.6% |
| November | 4 | 1.3% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Scorpions you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Striped Bark Scorpion | 302 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Kansas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when scorpions are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for scorpions sit around 45 to 84 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" |
| Jun | 87°F | 67°F | 3.7" |
| Jul | 91°F | 71°F | 2.3" |
| Aug | 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.
Sightings of scorpions in Kansas peak in April, when 79 of the year's 303 verified observations are logged — about 26.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and September.
The quietest stretch is January and December, when scorpions 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 scorpions you are most likely to encounter in Kansas are Striped Bark Scorpion — 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 scorpions 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 scorpions in Kansas?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and September, based on 303 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are scorpions hardest to see in Kansas?+
January is the quietest month for scorpions in Kansas, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are scorpions active year-round in Kansas?+
Scorpions are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Kansas, concentrated around April and May.
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