Best Time to See Black Widows in Mississippi
July, June and September is the best time to see black widows in Mississippi. Based on 572 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when black widows 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 July 22, 2026.
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572 verified observations of black widows in Mississippi, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When black widows are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
July
105 records (18.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 15 | 2.6% |
| February | 16 | 2.8% |
| March | 24 | 4.2% |
| April | 44 | 7.7% |
| May | 55 | 9.6% |
| Junepeak | 79 | 13.8% |
| Julypeak | 105 | 18.4% |
| August | 70 | 12.2% |
| Septemberpeak | 78 | 13.6% |
| October | 51 | 8.9% |
| November | 24 | 4.2% |
| December | 11 | 1.9% |
Black Widows you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Southern Black Widow | 365 |
| Brown Widow | 128 |
| Northern Black Widow | 36 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when black widows are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for black widows sit around 69 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57°F | 40°F | 6" |
| Feb | 61°F | 42°F | 6.7" |
| Mar | 69°F | 49°F | 5.4" |
| Apr | 74°F | 54°F | 7.5" |
| May | 82°F | 63°F | 4.9" |
| Junbest time | 89°F | 70°F | 4.5" |
| Julbest time | 90°F | 74°F | 6" |
| Aug | 90°F | 74°F | 5.7" |
| Sepbest time | 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.
Sightings of black widows in Mississippi peak in July, when 105 of the year's 572 verified observations are logged — about 18.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and September.
The quietest stretch is December, January and February, when black widows are hardest to find — December sees just 11 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The black widows you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Southern Black Widow, Brown Widow and Northern Black Widow — 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 black widows 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 black widows in Mississippi?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and September, based on 572 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are black widows hardest to see in Mississippi?+
December is the quietest month for black widows in Mississippi, with only 11 verified records.
Are black widows active year-round in Mississippi?+
Black widows are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Mississippi, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in July.
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