Best Time to See Centipedes in Nebraska
April, May and June is the best time to see centipedes in Nebraska. Based on 457 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes are most active across the year in Nebraska.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 22, 2026.
Strigamia bothriopus · Judy Gallagher CC BY-SA
Common Desert Centipede · Public domain CC0
Common Desert Centipede · Evrytte Carlson CC BY
457 verified observations of centipedes in Nebraska, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Nebraska
Peak month
April
118 records (25.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2 | 0.4% |
| February | 2 | 0.4% |
| March | 31 | 6.8% |
| Aprilpeak | 118 | 25.8% |
| Maypeak | 73 | 16% |
| Junepeak | 52 | 11.4% |
| July | 46 | 10.1% |
| August | 33 | 7.2% |
| September | 35 | 7.7% |
| October | 39 | 8.5% |
| November | 22 | 4.8% |
| December | 4 | 0.9% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| House Centipede | 128 |
| Brown Centipede | 49 |
| Japanese House Centipede | 49 |
| Common Desert Centipede | 22 |
| Strigamia | 6 |
| Compost Centipedes | 6 |
| Eastern Red Centipede | 4 |
| Lamyctes | 2 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Nebraska
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when centipedes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for centipedes sit around 36 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36°F | 19°F | 1" |
| Feb | 34°F | 14°F | 0.7" |
| Mar | 47°F | 27°F | 2.4" |
| Aprbest time | 59°F | 36°F | 1.5" |
| Maybest time | 68°F | 48°F | 4.2" |
| Junbest time | 83°F | 61°F | 2.6" |
| Jul | 86°F | 66°F | 2.3" |
| Aug | 85°F | 65°F | 1.8" |
| Sep | 79°F | 58°F | 1.5" |
| Oct | 61°F | 40°F | 1.3" |
| Nov | 51°F | 31°F | 0.9" |
| Dec | 40°F | 23°F | 1.4" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Nebraska. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of centipedes in Nebraska peak in April, when 118 of the year's 457 verified observations are logged — about 25.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is January and February, when centipedes are hardest to find — January sees just 2 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The centipedes you are most likely to encounter in Nebraska are House Centipede, Brown Centipede and Japanese House Centipede — 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 centipedes in Nebraska
- Agate Fossil Beds National Monument — National Monument
- Homestead National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Missouri National Recreational River — National Recreational River
- Niobrara National Scenic River — National Scenic River
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see centipedes in Nebraska?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 457 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Nebraska?+
January is the quietest month for centipedes in Nebraska, with only 2 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in Nebraska?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nebraska, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.