Best Time to See Frogs in Missouri
May, April and June is the best time to see frogs in Missouri. Based on 20,291 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when frogs are most active across the year in Missouri.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
American Bullfrog · Public domain CC0
American Toad · Public domain CC0
Blanchard's Cricket Frog · florawhite CC BY
20,291 verified observations of frogs in Missouri, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When frogs are recorded in Missouri
Peak month
May
3,515 records (17.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 44 | 0.2% |
| February | 164 | 0.8% |
| March | 1,431 | 7.1% |
| Aprilpeak | 3,132 | 15.4% |
| Maypeak | 3,515 | 17.3% |
| Junepeak | 2,941 | 14.5% |
| July | 2,388 | 11.8% |
| August | 2,336 | 11.5% |
| September | 2,632 | 13% |
| October | 1,333 | 6.6% |
| November | 301 | 1.5% |
| December | 74 | 0.4% |
Frogs you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Toad | 3,851 |
| Blanchard's Cricket Frog | 3,346 |
| American Bullfrog | 1,689 |
| Southern Leopard Frog | 1,231 |
| Gray Treefrog | 1,118 |
| Spring Peeper | 1,041 |
| Green Frog | 878 |
| Fowler's Toad | 651 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Missouri
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when frogs are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for frogs sit around 45 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43°F | 27°F | 3" |
| Feb | 45°F | 25°F | 3.2" |
| Mar | 57°F | 37°F | 5.6" |
| Aprbest time | 67°F | 45°F | 4.7" |
| Maybest time | 74°F | 56°F | 5.9" |
| Junbest time | 86°F | 65°F | 4.3" |
| Jul | 90°F | 70°F | 4.2" |
| Aug | 88°F | 69°F | 5.1" |
| Sep | 84°F | 63°F | 2.2" |
| Oct | 68°F | 49°F | 5" |
| Nov | 57°F | 38°F | 2.1" |
| Dec | 50°F | 32°F | 2.1" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Missouri. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on frogs in Missouri:
Sightings of frogs in Missouri peak in May, when 3,515 of the year's 20,291 verified observations are logged — about 17.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, April and June.
The quietest stretch is January, when frogs are hardest to find — January sees just 44 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The frogs you are most likely to encounter in Missouri are American Toad, Blanchard's Cricket Frog and American Bullfrog — 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 frogs in Missouri
- George Washington Carver National Monument — National Monument
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Ozark National Scenic Riverways — National Scenic Riverways
- Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Wilson's Creek National Battlefield — National Battlefield
- Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see frogs in Missouri?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and June, based on 20,291 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are frogs hardest to see in Missouri?+
January is the quietest month for frogs in Missouri, with only 44 verified records.
Are frogs active year-round in Missouri?+
Frogs are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Missouri, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
More places to see frogs
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