Best Time to See Green Sea Turtles in Mississippi
May, June and September is the best time to see green sea turtles in Mississippi. Based on 5 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when green sea turtles 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 10, 2026.
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5 verified observations of green sea turtles in Mississippi, recorded across 4 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When green sea turtles are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
May
2 records (40% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 0 | 0% |
| April | 0 | 0% |
| Maypeak | 2 | 40% |
| Junepeak | 1 | 20% |
| July | 0 | 0% |
| August | 0 | 0% |
| Septemberpeak | 1 | 20% |
| October | 0 | 0% |
| November | 1 | 20% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Green Sea Turtles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Green Sea Turtle | 5 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when green sea turtles are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for green sea turtles sit around 63 to 89 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" |
| Maybest time | 82°F | 63°F | 4.9" |
| Junbest time | 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.
More on green sea turtles in Mississippi:
Sightings of green sea turtles in Mississippi peak in May, when 2 of the year's 5 verified observations are logged — about 40% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, June and September.
The quietest stretch is January, February and March, when green sea turtles 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 green sea turtles you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Green Sea Turtle — 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 green sea turtles 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 green sea turtles in Mississippi?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, June and September, based on 5 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are green sea turtles hardest to see in Mississippi?+
January is the quietest month for green sea turtles in Mississippi, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are green sea turtles active year-round in Mississippi?+
Green sea turtles are recorded in 4 of 12 months in Mississippi, concentrated around May and June.
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