Best Time to See Rabbits in Montana
June, July and May is the best time to see rabbits in Montana. Based on 1,384 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when rabbits are most active across the year in Montana.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Mountain Cottontail · Jared Shorma CC BY
Snowshoe Hare · Public domain CC0
Mountain Cottontail · Henry Mulligan CC BY
1,384 verified observations of rabbits in Montana, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When rabbits are recorded in Montana
Peak month
June
284 records (20.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 71 | 5.1% |
| February | 53 | 3.8% |
| March | 47 | 3.4% |
| April | 88 | 6.4% |
| Maypeak | 200 | 14.5% |
| Junepeak | 284 | 20.5% |
| Julypeak | 281 | 20.3% |
| August | 168 | 12.1% |
| September | 77 | 5.6% |
| October | 41 | 3% |
| November | 36 | 2.6% |
| December | 38 | 2.7% |
Rabbits you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mountain Cottontail | 620 |
| Snowshoe Hare | 308 |
| Desert Cottontail | 117 |
| White-tailed Jackrabbit | 90 |
| European Rabbit | 56 |
| Pygmy Rabbit | 6 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Montana
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when rabbits are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for rabbits sit around 36 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29°F | 17°F | 1" |
| Feb | 22°F | 9°F | 1.5" |
| Mar | 33°F | 18°F | 1.1" |
| Apr | 40°F | 24°F | 2.3" |
| Maybest time | 53°F | 36°F | 3.5" |
| Junbest time | 65°F | 47°F | 3.2" |
| Julbest time | 75°F | 55°F | 2" |
| Aug | 74°F | 54°F | 1.7" |
| Sep | 65°F | 46°F | 2.1" |
| Oct | 46°F | 31°F | 2" |
| Nov | 36°F | 23°F | 1" |
| Dec | 30°F | 18°F | 1" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Montana. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on rabbits in Montana:
Sightings of rabbits in Montana peak in June, when 284 of the year's 1,384 verified observations are logged — about 20.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is November, December and October, when rabbits are hardest to find — November sees just 36 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The rabbits you are most likely to encounter in Montana are Mountain Cottontail, Snowshoe Hare and Desert Cottontail — 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 rabbits in Montana
- Big Hole National Battlefield — National Battlefield
- Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Nez Perce National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Yellowstone National Park — National Park
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see rabbits in Montana?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 1,384 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are rabbits hardest to see in Montana?+
November is the quietest month for rabbits in Montana, with only 36 verified records.
Are rabbits active year-round in Montana?+
Rabbits are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Montana, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
More places to see rabbits
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