Best Time to See Raccoons in Mississippi
October, November and May is the best time to see raccoons in Mississippi. Based on 695 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when raccoons 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 2, 2026.
695 verified observations of raccoons in Mississippi, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When raccoons are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
October
80 records (11.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 46 | 6.6% |
| February | 48 | 6.9% |
| March | 49 | 7.1% |
| April | 59 | 8.5% |
| Maypeak | 63 | 9.1% |
| June | 58 | 8.3% |
| July | 52 | 7.5% |
| August | 61 | 8.8% |
| September | 52 | 7.5% |
| Octoberpeak | 80 | 11.5% |
| Novemberpeak | 64 | 9.2% |
| December | 63 | 9.1% |
Raccoons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raccoon | 695 |
Sightings of raccoons in Mississippi peak in October, when 80 of the year's 695 verified observations are logged — about 11.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through October, November and May.
The quietest stretch is January, February and March, when raccoons are hardest to find — January sees just 46 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The raccoons you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Common Raccoon — 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 raccoons 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
Plan your raccoon trip in Mississippi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see raccoons in Mississippi?+
October is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through October, November and May, based on 695 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are raccoons hardest to see in Mississippi?+
January is the quietest month for raccoons in Mississippi, with only 46 verified records.
Are raccoons active year-round in Mississippi?+
Raccoons are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Mississippi, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in October.
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