Best Time to See Hummingbirds in Missouri
September, August and May is the best time to see hummingbirds in Missouri. Based on 1,613 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when hummingbirds 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.
1,613 verified observations of hummingbirds in Missouri, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When hummingbirds are recorded in Missouri
Peak month
September
414 records (25.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1 | 0.1% |
| February | 1 | 0.1% |
| March | 0 | 0% |
| April | 84 | 5.2% |
| Maypeak | 283 | 17.5% |
| June | 168 | 10.4% |
| July | 218 | 13.5% |
| Augustpeak | 390 | 24.2% |
| Septemberpeak | 414 | 25.7% |
| October | 33 | 2% |
| November | 19 | 1.2% |
| December | 2 | 0.1% |
Hummingbirds you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Ruby-throated Hummingbird | 1,534 |
| Rufous Hummingbird | 12 |
| Black-chinned Hummingbird | 8 |
| Anna's Hummingbird | 4 |
| Calliope Hummingbird | 4 |
| Broad-tailed Hummingbird | 2 |
Sightings of hummingbirds in Missouri peak in September, when 414 of the year's 1,613 verified observations are logged — about 25.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through September, August and May.
The quietest stretch is March, January and February, when hummingbirds are hardest to find — no verified records exist for March. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The hummingbirds you are most likely to encounter in Missouri are Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Rufous Hummingbird and Black-chinned Hummingbird — 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 hummingbirds 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see hummingbirds in Missouri?+
September is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through September, August and May, based on 1,613 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are hummingbirds hardest to see in Missouri?+
March is the quietest month for hummingbirds in Missouri, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are hummingbirds active year-round in Missouri?+
Hummingbirds are recorded in 11 of 12 months in Missouri, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in September.
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