Best Time to See Ticks in Louisiana
July, June and August is the best time to see ticks in Louisiana. Based on 333 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when ticks 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 22, 2026.
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333 verified observations of ticks in Louisiana, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When ticks are recorded in Louisiana
Peak month
July
57 records (17.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12 | 3.6% |
| February | 9 | 2.7% |
| March | 28 | 8.4% |
| April | 35 | 10.5% |
| May | 37 | 11.1% |
| Junepeak | 53 | 15.9% |
| Julypeak | 57 | 17.1% |
| Augustpeak | 48 | 14.4% |
| September | 23 | 6.9% |
| October | 14 | 4.2% |
| November | 6 | 1.8% |
| December | 11 | 3.3% |
Ticks you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Tick | 126 |
| Lone Star Tick | 78 |
| Eastern Black-legged Tick | 58 |
| American Dog Tick | 27 |
| Brown Dog Tick | 1 |
| Bat-ticks | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Louisiana
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when ticks are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for ticks sit around 73 to 93 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" |
| Mar | 72°F | 54°F | 5.8" |
| Apr | 76°F | 58°F | 7.8" |
| May | 85°F | 67°F | 6" |
| Junbest time | 90°F | 73°F | 4.9" |
| Julbest time | 91°F | 75°F | 8.2" |
| Augbest time | 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 ticks in Louisiana peak in July, when 57 of the year's 333 verified observations are logged — about 17.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and August.
The quietest stretch is November and February, when ticks are hardest to find — November sees just 6 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The ticks you are most likely to encounter in Louisiana are Gulf Coast Tick, Lone Star Tick and Eastern Black-legged Tick — 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 ticks 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 ticks in Louisiana?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and August, based on 333 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are ticks hardest to see in Louisiana?+
November is the quietest month for ticks in Louisiana, with only 6 verified records.
Are ticks active year-round in Louisiana?+
Ticks are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Louisiana, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in July.
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