Best Time to See Loggerhead Sea Turtles in Mississippi
April, March and August is the best time to see loggerhead sea turtles in Mississippi. Based on 6 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when loggerhead 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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6 verified observations of loggerhead sea turtles in Mississippi, recorded across 4 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When loggerhead sea turtles are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
April
3 records (50% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| Marchpeak | 1 | 16.7% |
| Aprilpeak | 3 | 50% |
| May | 0 | 0% |
| June | 0 | 0% |
| July | 0 | 0% |
| Augustpeak | 1 | 16.7% |
| September | 1 | 16.7% |
| October | 0 | 0% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Loggerhead Sea Turtles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Loggerhead Sea Turtle | 6 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when loggerhead sea turtles are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for loggerhead sea turtles sit around 49 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" |
| 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" |
| Augbest time | 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 loggerhead sea turtles in Mississippi:
Sightings of loggerhead sea turtles in Mississippi peak in April, when 3 of the year's 6 verified observations are logged — about 50% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and August.
The quietest stretch is January, February and May, when loggerhead 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 loggerhead sea turtles you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Loggerhead 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 loggerhead 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 loggerhead sea turtles in Mississippi?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and August, based on 6 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are loggerhead sea turtles hardest to see in Mississippi?+
January is the quietest month for loggerhead sea turtles in Mississippi, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are loggerhead sea turtles active year-round in Mississippi?+
Loggerhead sea turtles are recorded in 4 of 12 months in Mississippi, concentrated around April and March.
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