Best Time to See Coyotes in Nevada
January, October and December is the best time to see coyotes in Nevada. Based on 1,115 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when coyotes are most active across the year in Nevada.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 2, 2026.
1,115 verified observations of coyotes in Nevada, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When coyotes are recorded in Nevada
Peak month
January
115 records (10.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 115 | 10.3% |
| February | 88 | 7.9% |
| March | 69 | 6.2% |
| April | 95 | 8.5% |
| May | 89 | 8% |
| June | 92 | 8.3% |
| July | 70 | 6.3% |
| August | 82 | 7.4% |
| September | 106 | 9.5% |
| Octoberpeak | 114 | 10.2% |
| November | 83 | 7.4% |
| Decemberpeak | 112 | 10% |
Coyotes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Coyote | 1,115 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Nevada
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when coyotes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for coyotes sit around 16 to 57 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 31°F | 16°F | 1.2" |
| Feb | 32°F | 16°F | 0.9" |
| Mar | 37°F | 21°F | 1.6" |
| Apr | 51°F | 31°F | 0.6" |
| May | 60°F | 39°F | 1.1" |
| Jun | 72°F | 50°F | 0.3" |
| Jul | 82°F | 59°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 79°F | 57°F | 1.2" |
| Sep | 71°F | 50°F | 0.6" |
| Octbest time | 57°F | 36°F | 0.2" |
| Nov | 44°F | 26°F | 0.8" |
| Decbest time | 33°F | 18°F | 1.2" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Nevada. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on coyotes in Nevada:
Sightings of coyotes in Nevada peak in January, when 115 of the year's 1,115 verified observations are logged — about 10.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through January, October and December.
The quietest stretch is March, July and August, when coyotes are hardest to find — March sees just 69 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The coyotes you are most likely to encounter in Nevada are Coyote — 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 coyotes in Nevada
- Death Valley National Park — National Park
- Great Basin National Park — National Park
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument — National Monument
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Old Spanish National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see coyotes in Nevada?+
January is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through January, October and December, based on 1,115 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are coyotes hardest to see in Nevada?+
March is the quietest month for coyotes in Nevada, with only 69 verified records.
Are coyotes active year-round in Nevada?+
Coyotes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nevada, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in January.
More places to see coyotes
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