Best Time to See Mourning Doves in Mississippi
April, May and July is the best time to see mourning doves in Mississippi. Based on 782 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when mourning doves 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.
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782 verified observations of mourning doves in Mississippi, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When mourning doves are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
April
130 records (16.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 62 | 7.9% |
| February | 44 | 5.6% |
| March | 74 | 9.5% |
| Aprilpeak | 130 | 16.6% |
| Maypeak | 86 | 11% |
| June | 64 | 8.2% |
| Julypeak | 76 | 9.7% |
| August | 69 | 8.8% |
| September | 60 | 7.7% |
| October | 49 | 6.3% |
| November | 29 | 3.7% |
| December | 39 | 5% |
Mourning Doves you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mourning Dove | 782 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when mourning doves are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for mourning doves sit around 54 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" |
| Aprbest time | 74°F | 54°F | 7.5" |
| Maybest time | 82°F | 63°F | 4.9" |
| Jun | 89°F | 70°F | 4.5" |
| Julbest time | 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 mourning doves in Mississippi peak in April, when 130 of the year's 782 verified observations are logged — about 16.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and July.
The quietest stretch is November and December, when mourning doves are hardest to find — November sees just 29 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The mourning doves you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Mourning Dove — 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 mourning doves 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 mourning doves in Mississippi?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and July, based on 782 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are mourning doves hardest to see in Mississippi?+
November is the quietest month for mourning doves in Mississippi, with only 29 verified records.
Are mourning doves active year-round in Mississippi?+
Mourning doves 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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