Best Time to See Centipedes in New Hampshire
May, April and June is the best time to see centipedes in New Hampshire. Based on 318 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes 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 July 22, 2026.
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318 verified observations of centipedes in New Hampshire, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in New Hampshire
Peak month
May
64 records (20.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2 | 0.6% |
| February | 3 | 0.9% |
| March | 9 | 2.8% |
| Aprilpeak | 49 | 15.4% |
| Maypeak | 64 | 20.1% |
| Junepeak | 43 | 13.5% |
| July | 33 | 10.4% |
| August | 32 | 10.1% |
| September | 33 | 10.4% |
| October | 31 | 9.7% |
| November | 13 | 4.1% |
| December | 6 | 1.9% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| House Centipede | 71 |
| Brown Centipede | 60 |
| Diamondback Soil Centipede | 33 |
| Strigamia | 8 |
| Common Schendyla | 5 |
| Lamyctes | 3 |
| Eastern Red Centipede | 2 |
| Common Cryptops | 2 |
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 centipedes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for centipedes sit around 29 to 67 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" |
| Aprbest time | 45°F | 29°F | 5.2" |
| Maybest time | 58°F | 40°F | 4.1" |
| Junbest time | 67°F | 50°F | 4.8" |
| Jul | 72°F | 57°F | 7.1" |
| Aug | 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.
Sightings of centipedes in New Hampshire peak in May, when 64 of the year's 318 verified observations are logged — about 20.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, April 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 New Hampshire are House Centipede, Brown Centipede and Diamondback Soil 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 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 centipedes in New Hampshire?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and June, based on 318 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in New Hampshire?+
January is the quietest month for centipedes in New Hampshire, with only 2 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in New Hampshire?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in New Hampshire, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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