Best Time to See Bees in New Hampshire
July, August and June is the best time to see bees in New Hampshire. Based on 14,506 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bees are most active across the year in New Hampshire.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
water-lily sweat bee · Steven Lamonde CC BY
Clark's Mining Bee · Peter Nathaniel Boyer CC BY
Golden Northern Bumble Bee · Michael Nerrie CC BY
14,506 verified observations of bees in New Hampshire, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bees are recorded in New Hampshire
Peak month
July
3,268 records (22.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2 | 0% |
| February | 1 | 0% |
| March | 60 | 0.4% |
| April | 856 | 5.9% |
| May | 2,173 | 15% |
| Junepeak | 2,746 | 18.9% |
| Julypeak | 3,268 | 22.5% |
| Augustpeak | 2,847 | 19.6% |
| September | 1,710 | 11.8% |
| October | 796 | 5.5% |
| November | 42 | 0.3% |
| December | 5 | 0% |
Bees you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Eastern Bumble Bee | 2,862 |
| Western Honey Bee | 1,344 |
| Two-spotted Bumble Bee | 730 |
| Brown-belted Bumble Bee | 643 |
| Tricolored Bumble Bee | 521 |
| Ligated Furrow Bee | 507 |
| Eastern Carpenter Bee | 442 |
| Bicolored Striped Sweat Bee | 267 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in New Hampshire
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when bees are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for bees sit around 50 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24°F | 8°F | 4.1" |
| Feb | 25°F | 8°F | 3.6" |
| Mar | 34°F | 18°F | 3.3" |
| Apr | 45°F | 29°F | 5.2" |
| May | 58°F | 40°F | 4.1" |
| Junbest time | 67°F | 50°F | 4.8" |
| Julbest time | 72°F | 57°F | 7.1" |
| Augbest time | 70°F | 56°F | 4.5" |
| Sep | 63°F | 48°F | 4.5" |
| Oct | 53°F | 39°F | 5.6" |
| Nov | 38°F | 24°F | 4.2" |
| Dec | 30°F | 17°F | 6" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for New Hampshire. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on bees in New Hampshire:
Sightings of bees in New Hampshire peak in July, when 3,268 of the year's 14,506 verified observations are logged — about 22.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, August and June.
The quietest stretch is February, when bees are hardest to find — February sees just 1 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bees you are most likely to encounter in New Hampshire are Common Eastern Bumble Bee, Western Honey Bee and Two-spotted Bumble Bee — 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 bees in New Hampshire
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park — National Historical Park
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bees in New Hampshire?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, August and June, based on 14,506 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bees hardest to see in New Hampshire?+
February is the quietest month for bees in New Hampshire, with only 1 verified records.
Are bees active year-round in New Hampshire?+
Bees are recorded in 12 of 12 months in New Hampshire, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in July.
More places to see bees
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