Best Time to See Raccoons in Nevada
January, March and September is the best time to see raccoons in Nevada. Based on 212 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when raccoons 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.
212 verified observations of raccoons in Nevada, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When raccoons are recorded in Nevada
Peak month
January
27 records (12.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 27 | 12.7% |
| February | 19 | 9% |
| Marchpeak | 22 | 10.4% |
| April | 16 | 7.5% |
| May | 13 | 6.1% |
| June | 20 | 9.4% |
| July | 11 | 5.2% |
| August | 15 | 7.1% |
| Septemberpeak | 22 | 10.4% |
| October | 13 | 6.1% |
| November | 18 | 8.5% |
| December | 16 | 7.5% |
Raccoons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raccoon | 212 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Nevada
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when raccoons are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for raccoons sit around 16 to 71 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" |
| Marbest time | 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" |
| Sepbest time | 71°F | 50°F | 0.6" |
| Oct | 57°F | 36°F | 0.2" |
| Nov | 44°F | 26°F | 0.8" |
| Dec | 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 raccoons in Nevada:
Sightings of raccoons in Nevada peak in January, when 27 of the year's 212 verified observations are logged — about 12.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through January, March and September.
The quietest stretch is July, May and October, when raccoons are hardest to find — July sees just 11 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The raccoons you are most likely to encounter in Nevada are Common Raccoon — 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 raccoons 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see raccoons in Nevada?+
January is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through January, March and September, based on 212 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are raccoons hardest to see in Nevada?+
July is the quietest month for raccoons in Nevada, with only 11 verified records.
Are raccoons active year-round in Nevada?+
Raccoons are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nevada, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in January.
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