Best Time to See Yellow Rumped Warblers in Maryland
October, April and May is the best time to see yellow rumped warblers in Maryland. Based on 3,313 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when yellow rumped warblers 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 20, 2026.
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3,313 verified observations of yellow rumped warblers in Maryland, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When yellow rumped warblers are recorded in Maryland
Peak month
October
865 records (26.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 205 | 6.2% |
| February | 239 | 7.2% |
| March | 251 | 7.6% |
| Aprilpeak | 771 | 23.3% |
| Maypeak | 394 | 11.9% |
| June | 5 | 0.2% |
| July | 3 | 0.1% |
| August | 11 | 0.3% |
| September | 48 | 1.4% |
| Octoberpeak | 865 | 26.1% |
| November | 294 | 8.9% |
| December | 227 | 6.9% |
Yellow Rumped Warblers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Yellow-rumped Warbler | 3,313 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Maryland
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when yellow rumped warblers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for yellow rumped warblers sit around 45 to 73 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" |
| Aprbest time | 66°F | 45°F | 4.7" |
| Maybest time | 73°F | 54°F | 4.7" |
| Jun | 83°F | 64°F | 5.4" |
| Jul | 89°F | 70°F | 7.3" |
| Aug | 85°F | 69°F | 7.6" |
| Sep | 79°F | 62°F | 4.9" |
| Octbest time | 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 yellow rumped warblers in Maryland peak in October, when 865 of the year's 3,313 verified observations are logged — about 26.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through October, April and May.
The quietest stretch is July, when yellow rumped warblers are hardest to find — July sees just 3 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The yellow rumped warblers you are most likely to encounter in Maryland are Yellow-rumped Warbler — 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 yellow rumped warblers 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 yellow rumped warblers in Maryland?+
October is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through October, April and May, based on 3,313 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are yellow rumped warblers hardest to see in Maryland?+
July is the quietest month for yellow rumped warblers in Maryland, with only 3 verified records.
Are yellow rumped warblers active year-round in Maryland?+
Yellow rumped warblers are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Maryland, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in October.
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