Best Time to See Centipedes in Maine
April, May and June is the best time to see centipedes in Maine. Based on 444 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes are most active across the year in Maine.
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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444 verified observations of centipedes in Maine, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Maine
Peak month
April
96 records (21.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3 | 0.7% |
| February | 4 | 0.9% |
| March | 27 | 6.1% |
| Aprilpeak | 96 | 21.6% |
| Maypeak | 74 | 16.7% |
| Junepeak | 52 | 11.7% |
| July | 44 | 9.9% |
| August | 31 | 7% |
| September | 46 | 10.4% |
| October | 41 | 9.2% |
| November | 19 | 4.3% |
| December | 7 | 1.6% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Brown Centipede | 103 |
| House Centipede | 75 |
| Strigamia | 16 |
| Diamondback Soil Centipede | 11 |
| Common Schendyla | 6 |
| Common Cryptops | 6 |
| Garden Lithobius | 5 |
| Lamyctes | 2 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Maine
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when centipedes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for centipedes sit around 32 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28°F | 11°F | 4" |
| Feb | 28°F | 11°F | 3.1" |
| Mar | 39°F | 20°F | 2.7" |
| Aprbest time | 51°F | 32°F | 4.8" |
| Maybest time | 64°F | 43°F | 3.2" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 54°F | 3.7" |
| Jul | 80°F | 62°F | 4.9" |
| Aug | 77°F | 60°F | 4.7" |
| Sep | 69°F | 53°F | 4.4" |
| Oct | 58°F | 43°F | 5.3" |
| Nov | 43°F | 29°F | 3.8" |
| Dec | 34°F | 20°F | 5" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Maine. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of centipedes in Maine peak in April, when 96 of the year's 444 verified observations are logged — about 21.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is January and February, when centipedes are hardest to find — January sees just 3 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The centipedes you are most likely to encounter in Maine are Brown Centipede, House Centipede and Strigamia — 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 centipedes in Maine
- Acadia National Park — National Park
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument — National Monument
- Saint Croix Island International Historic Site — International Historic Site
- Frances Perkins National Monument — National Monument
- Maine Acadian Culture
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see centipedes in Maine?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 444 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Maine?+
January is the quietest month for centipedes in Maine, with only 3 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in Maine?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Maine, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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