Best Time to See Beavers in Mississippi
January, April and March is the best time to see beavers in Mississippi. Based on 155 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when beavers are most active across the year in Mississippi.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
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155 verified observations of beavers in Mississippi, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When beavers are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
January
28 records (18.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 28 | 18.1% |
| February | 18 | 11.6% |
| Marchpeak | 23 | 14.8% |
| Aprilpeak | 24 | 15.5% |
| May | 7 | 4.5% |
| June | 5 | 3.2% |
| July | 7 | 4.5% |
| August | 4 | 2.6% |
| September | 8 | 5.2% |
| October | 10 | 6.5% |
| November | 12 | 7.7% |
| December | 9 | 5.8% |
Beavers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Beaver | 155 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when beavers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for beavers sit around 40 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 57°F | 40°F | 6" |
| Feb | 61°F | 42°F | 6.7" |
| Marbest time | 69°F | 49°F | 5.4" |
| Aprbest time | 74°F | 54°F | 7.5" |
| May | 82°F | 63°F | 4.9" |
| Jun | 89°F | 70°F | 4.5" |
| Jul | 90°F | 74°F | 6" |
| Aug | 90°F | 74°F | 5.7" |
| Sep | 88°F | 69°F | 2.8" |
| Oct | 77°F | 58°F | 4.3" |
| Nov | 66°F | 46°F | 2.9" |
| Dec | 61°F | 44°F | 5.6" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Mississippi. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on beavers in Mississippi:
Sightings of beavers in Mississippi peak in January, when 28 of the year's 155 verified observations are logged — about 18.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through January, April and March.
The quietest stretch is August and June, when beavers are hardest to find — August sees just 4 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The beavers you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are American Beaver — 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 beavers in Mississippi
- Gulf Islands National Seashore — National Seashore
- Natchez Trace Parkway — Parkway
- Shiloh National Military Park — National Military Park
- Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site — National Battlefield Site
- Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument — National Monument
- Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument — National Monument
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see beavers in Mississippi?+
January is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through January, April and March, based on 155 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are beavers hardest to see in Mississippi?+
August is the quietest month for beavers in Mississippi, with only 4 verified records.
Are beavers active year-round in Mississippi?+
Beavers are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Mississippi, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in January.
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