Best Time to See Centipedes in Mississippi
March, September and February is the best time to see centipedes in Mississippi. Based on 515 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes 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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515 verified observations of centipedes in Mississippi, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
March
76 records (14.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 16 | 3.1% |
| Februarypeak | 59 | 11.5% |
| Marchpeak | 76 | 14.8% |
| April | 42 | 8.2% |
| May | 40 | 7.8% |
| June | 40 | 7.8% |
| July | 31 | 6% |
| August | 16 | 3.1% |
| Septemberpeak | 75 | 14.6% |
| October | 51 | 9.9% |
| November | 38 | 7.4% |
| December | 31 | 6% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Eastern Bark Centipede | 154 |
| Eastern Red Centipede | 54 |
| House Centipede | 36 |
| Big-leg Centipede | 34 |
| Brown Centipede | 21 |
| Strigamia | 10 |
| Japanese House Centipede | 10 |
| Cryptops floridanus | 7 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when centipedes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for centipedes sit around 42 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57°F | 40°F | 6" |
| Febbest time | 61°F | 42°F | 6.7" |
| Marbest time | 69°F | 49°F | 5.4" |
| Apr | 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" |
| 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 centipedes in Mississippi peak in March, when 76 of the year's 515 verified observations are logged — about 14.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through March, September and February.
The quietest stretch is January and August, when centipedes are hardest to find — January sees just 16 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The centipedes you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Eastern Bark Centipede, Eastern Red Centipede and House Centipede — 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 centipedes 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 centipedes in Mississippi?+
March is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through March, September and February, based on 515 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Mississippi?+
January is the quietest month for centipedes in Mississippi, with only 16 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in Mississippi?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Mississippi, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in March.
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