Best Time to See Mourning Doves in Louisiana
April, May and March is the best time to see mourning doves in Louisiana. Based on 1,805 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when mourning doves are most active across the year in Louisiana.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 20, 2026.
1,805 verified observations of mourning doves in Louisiana, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When mourning doves are recorded in Louisiana
Peak month
April
490 records (27.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 127 | 7% |
| February | 133 | 7.4% |
| Marchpeak | 208 | 11.5% |
| Aprilpeak | 490 | 27.1% |
| Maypeak | 254 | 14.1% |
| June | 113 | 6.3% |
| July | 101 | 5.6% |
| August | 83 | 4.6% |
| September | 94 | 5.2% |
| October | 59 | 3.3% |
| November | 59 | 3.3% |
| December | 84 | 4.7% |
Mourning Doves you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mourning Dove | 1,805 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Louisiana
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when mourning doves are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for mourning doves sit around 54 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 61°F | 44°F | 5.6" |
| Feb | 64°F | 46°F | 5.3" |
| Marbest time | 72°F | 54°F | 5.8" |
| Aprbest time | 76°F | 58°F | 7.8" |
| Maybest time | 85°F | 67°F | 6" |
| Jun | 90°F | 73°F | 4.9" |
| Jul | 91°F | 75°F | 8.2" |
| Aug | 93°F | 76°F | 4.7" |
| Sep | 90°F | 71°F | 4.1" |
| Oct | 80°F | 62°F | 3.7" |
| Nov | 69°F | 50°F | 3.8" |
| Dec | 65°F | 48°F | 4.9" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Louisiana. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of mourning doves in Louisiana peak in April, when 490 of the year's 1,805 verified observations are logged — about 27.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and March.
The quietest stretch is October, November and August, when mourning doves are hardest to find — October sees just 59 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The mourning doves you are most likely to encounter in Louisiana are Mourning Dove — 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 mourning doves in Louisiana
- Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve — National Historical Park and Preserve
- Cane River Creole National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Poverty Point National Monument — National Monument
- Vicksburg National Military Park — National Military Park
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see mourning doves in Louisiana?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and March, based on 1,805 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are mourning doves hardest to see in Louisiana?+
October is the quietest month for mourning doves in Louisiana, with only 59 verified records.
Are mourning doves active year-round in Louisiana?+
Mourning doves are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Louisiana, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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