Best Time to See Yellow Rumped Warblers in Mississippi
January, December and February is the best time to see yellow rumped warblers in Mississippi. Based on 860 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when yellow rumped warblers 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.
Yellow-rumped Warbler · Lauren McLaurin CC BY
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860 verified observations of yellow rumped warblers in Mississippi, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When yellow rumped warblers are recorded in Mississippi
Peak month
January
199 records (23.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 199 | 23.1% |
| Februarypeak | 137 | 15.9% |
| March | 95 | 11% |
| April | 62 | 7.2% |
| May | 3 | 0.3% |
| June | 1 | 0.1% |
| July | 0 | 0% |
| August | 1 | 0.1% |
| September | 0 | 0% |
| October | 49 | 5.7% |
| November | 135 | 15.7% |
| Decemberpeak | 178 | 20.7% |
Yellow Rumped Warblers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Yellow-rumped Warbler | 860 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Mississippi
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when yellow rumped warblers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for yellow rumped warblers sit around 40 to 61 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" |
| Apr | 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" |
| Decbest time | 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 yellow rumped warblers in Mississippi peak in January, when 199 of the year's 860 verified observations are logged — about 23.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through January, December and February.
The quietest stretch is July, September and June, when yellow rumped warblers are hardest to find — no verified records exist for July. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The yellow rumped warblers you are most likely to encounter in Mississippi are Yellow-rumped Warbler — 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 yellow rumped warblers 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 yellow rumped warblers in Mississippi?+
January is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through January, December and February, based on 860 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are yellow rumped warblers hardest to see in Mississippi?+
July is the quietest month for yellow rumped warblers in Mississippi, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are yellow rumped warblers active year-round in Mississippi?+
Yellow rumped warblers are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Mississippi, concentrated around January and December.
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