Best Time to See Yellow Rumped Warblers in Missouri
April, October and November is the best time to see yellow rumped warblers in Missouri. Based on 744 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when yellow rumped warblers 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 July 20, 2026.
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744 verified observations of yellow rumped warblers in Missouri, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When yellow rumped warblers are recorded in Missouri
Peak month
April
232 records (31.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 47 | 6.3% |
| February | 49 | 6.6% |
| March | 47 | 6.3% |
| Aprilpeak | 232 | 31.2% |
| May | 65 | 8.7% |
| June | 0 | 0% |
| July | 1 | 0.1% |
| August | 0 | 0% |
| September | 19 | 2.6% |
| Octoberpeak | 166 | 22.3% |
| Novemberpeak | 66 | 8.9% |
| December | 52 | 7% |
Yellow Rumped Warblers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Yellow-rumped Warbler | 744 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Missouri
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 38 to 68 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" |
| May | 74°F | 56°F | 5.9" |
| Jun | 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" |
| Octbest time | 68°F | 49°F | 5" |
| Novbest time | 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.
Sightings of yellow rumped warblers in Missouri peak in April, when 232 of the year's 744 verified observations are logged — about 31.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, October and November.
The quietest stretch is June, August and July, when yellow rumped warblers are hardest to find — no verified records exist for June. 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 Missouri 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 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see yellow rumped warblers in Missouri?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, October and November, based on 744 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are yellow rumped warblers hardest to see in Missouri?+
June is the quietest month for yellow rumped warblers in Missouri, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are yellow rumped warblers active year-round in Missouri?+
Yellow rumped warblers are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Missouri, concentrated around April and October.
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