Best Time to See Mallards in Mississippi
April, January and February is the best time to see mallards in Mississippi. Based on 429 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when mallards 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 20, 2026.
429 verified observations of mallards in Mississippi, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When mallards are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
April
77 records (17.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 52 | 12.1% |
| Februarypeak | 45 | 10.5% |
| March | 44 | 10.3% |
| Aprilpeak | 77 | 17.9% |
| May | 31 | 7.2% |
| June | 24 | 5.6% |
| July | 17 | 4% |
| August | 20 | 4.7% |
| September | 20 | 4.7% |
| October | 28 | 6.5% |
| November | 34 | 7.9% |
| December | 37 | 8.6% |
Mallards you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mallard | 429 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when mallards are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for mallards sit around 40 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 57°F | 40°F | 6" |
| Febbest time | 61°F | 42°F | 6.7" |
| Mar | 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.
Sightings of mallards in Mississippi peak in April, when 77 of the year's 429 verified observations are logged — about 17.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, January and February.
The quietest stretch is July, August and September, when mallards are hardest to find — July sees just 17 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The mallards you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Mallard — 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 mallards 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 mallards in Mississippi?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, January and February, based on 429 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are mallards hardest to see in Mississippi?+
July is the quietest month for mallards in Mississippi, with only 17 verified records.
Are mallards active year-round in Mississippi?+
Mallards are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Mississippi, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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