Best Time to See Coyotes in Maine
May, April and January is the best time to see coyotes in Maine. Based on 558 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when coyotes 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 June 28, 2026.
558 verified observations of coyotes in Maine, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When coyotes are recorded in Maine
Peak month
May
58 records (10.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 51 | 9.1% |
| February | 48 | 8.6% |
| March | 49 | 8.8% |
| Aprilpeak | 52 | 9.3% |
| Maypeak | 58 | 10.4% |
| June | 47 | 8.4% |
| July | 46 | 8.2% |
| August | 48 | 8.6% |
| September | 42 | 7.5% |
| October | 49 | 8.8% |
| November | 32 | 5.7% |
| December | 36 | 6.5% |
Coyotes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Coyote | 558 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Maine
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when coyotes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for coyotes sit around 11 to 64 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 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" |
| Jun | 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.
More on coyotes in Maine:
Sightings of coyotes in Maine peak in May, when 58 of the year's 558 verified observations are logged — about 10.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, April and January.
The quietest stretch is November, December and September, when coyotes are hardest to find — November sees just 32 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The coyotes you are most likely to encounter in Maine are Coyote — 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 coyotes 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
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see coyotes in Maine?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and January, based on 558 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are coyotes hardest to see in Maine?+
November is the quietest month for coyotes in Maine, with only 32 verified records.
Are coyotes active year-round in Maine?+
Coyotes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Maine, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
More places to see coyotes
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