Best Time to See Kissing Bugs in Maryland
July, June and August is the best time to see kissing bugs in Maryland. Based on 112 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when kissing bugs are most active across the year in Maryland.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 22, 2026.
Eastern Bloodsucking Conenose · Katja Schulz CC BY
Triatoma rubida · Sam Kieschnick CC BY
Triatoma gerstaeckeri · dhasdf CC BY
112 verified observations of kissing bugs in Maryland, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When kissing bugs are recorded in Maryland
Peak month
July
56 records (50% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 1 | 0.9% |
| March | 4 | 3.6% |
| April | 1 | 0.9% |
| May | 3 | 2.7% |
| Junepeak | 16 | 14.3% |
| Julypeak | 56 | 50% |
| Augustpeak | 14 | 12.5% |
| September | 13 | 11.6% |
| October | 3 | 2.7% |
| November | 1 | 0.9% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Kissing Bugs you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Eastern Bloodsucking Conenose | 109 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Maryland
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when kissing bugs are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for kissing bugs sit around 64 to 89 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44°F | 30°F | 3.3" |
| Feb | 48°F | 31°F | 3.9" |
| Mar | 56°F | 37°F | 3.9" |
| Apr | 66°F | 45°F | 4.7" |
| May | 73°F | 54°F | 4.7" |
| Junbest time | 83°F | 64°F | 5.4" |
| Julbest time | 89°F | 70°F | 7.3" |
| Augbest time | 85°F | 69°F | 7.6" |
| Sep | 79°F | 62°F | 4.9" |
| Oct | 69°F | 52°F | 4.9" |
| Nov | 56°F | 40°F | 3.2" |
| Dec | 49°F | 34°F | 4.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Maryland. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of kissing bugs in Maryland peak in July, when 56 of the year's 112 verified observations are logged — about 50% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and August.
The quietest stretch is January, December and February, when kissing bugs are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The kissing bugs you are most likely to encounter in Maryland are Eastern Bloodsucking Conenose — 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 kissing bugs in Maryland
- Antietam National Battlefield — National Battlefield
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Assateague Island National Seashore — National Seashore
- Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Chesapeake Bay
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see kissing bugs in Maryland?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and August, based on 112 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are kissing bugs hardest to see in Maryland?+
January is the quietest month for kissing bugs in Maryland, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are kissing bugs active year-round in Maryland?+
Kissing bugs are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Maryland, concentrated around July and June.
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