Best Time to See Tree Frogs in Mississippi
March, April and February is the best time to see tree frogs in Mississippi. Based on 5,636 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when tree frogs 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.
Squirrel Tree Frog · Public domain CC0
Green Treefrog · Vincent Weber CC BY-SA
Green Treefrog · M. Whitson CC BY
5,636 verified observations of tree frogs in Mississippi, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When tree frogs are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
March
825 records (14.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 217 | 3.9% |
| Februarypeak | 676 | 12% |
| Marchpeak | 825 | 14.6% |
| Aprilpeak | 696 | 12.3% |
| May | 638 | 11.3% |
| June | 549 | 9.7% |
| July | 414 | 7.3% |
| August | 379 | 6.7% |
| September | 434 | 7.7% |
| October | 434 | 7.7% |
| November | 246 | 4.4% |
| December | 128 | 2.3% |
Tree Frogs you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Green Treefrog | 1,245 |
| Southern Cricket Frog | 925 |
| Squirrel Tree Frog | 759 |
| Cope's Gray Tree Frog | 650 |
| Spring Peeper | 564 |
| Upland Chorus Frog | 347 |
| Barking Tree Frog | 158 |
| Bird-voiced Treefrog | 123 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when tree frogs are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for tree frogs sit around 42 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57°F | 40°F | 6" |
| Febbest time | 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" |
| 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.
More on tree frogs in Mississippi:
Sightings of tree frogs in Mississippi peak in March, when 825 of the year's 5,636 verified observations are logged — about 14.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through March, April and February.
The quietest stretch is December, when tree frogs are hardest to find — December sees just 128 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The tree frogs you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Green Treefrog, Southern Cricket Frog and Squirrel Tree Frog — 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 tree frogs 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 tree frogs in Mississippi?+
March is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through March, April and February, based on 5,636 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are tree frogs hardest to see in Mississippi?+
December is the quietest month for tree frogs in Mississippi, with only 128 verified records.
Are tree frogs active year-round in Mississippi?+
Tree frogs are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Mississippi, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in March.
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