Best Time to See House Sparrows in Maine
June, July and May is the best time to see house sparrows in Maine. Based on 924 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when house sparrows 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 20, 2026.
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924 verified observations of house sparrows in Maine, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When house sparrows are recorded in Maine
Peak month
June
184 records (19.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 31 | 3.4% |
| February | 36 | 3.9% |
| March | 71 | 7.7% |
| April | 66 | 7.1% |
| Maypeak | 125 | 13.5% |
| Junepeak | 184 | 19.9% |
| Julypeak | 128 | 13.9% |
| August | 103 | 11.1% |
| September | 64 | 6.9% |
| October | 49 | 5.3% |
| November | 28 | 3% |
| December | 39 | 4.2% |
House Sparrows you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| House Sparrow | 924 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Maine
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when house sparrows are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for house sparrows sit around 43 to 80 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" |
| Apr | 51°F | 32°F | 4.8" |
| Maybest time | 64°F | 43°F | 3.2" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 54°F | 3.7" |
| Julbest time | 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 house sparrows in Maine peak in June, when 184 of the year's 924 verified observations are logged — about 19.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is November, January and February, when house sparrows are hardest to find — November sees just 28 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The house sparrows you are most likely to encounter in Maine are House Sparrow — 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 house sparrows 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 house sparrows in Maine?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 924 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are house sparrows hardest to see in Maine?+
November is the quietest month for house sparrows in Maine, with only 28 verified records.
Are house sparrows active year-round in Maine?+
House sparrows are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Maine, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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