Best Time to See Ticks in New Hampshire
May, June and April is the best time to see ticks in New Hampshire. Based on 1,380 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when ticks 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.
American Dog Tick · Nova Patch CC BY-SA
American Dog Tick · Matthew Lindsey CC BY
Asian Longhorned Tick · Zachary Dankowicz CC BY
1,380 verified observations of ticks in New Hampshire, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When ticks are recorded in New Hampshire
Peak month
May
454 records (32.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 2 | 0.1% |
| March | 31 | 2.2% |
| Aprilpeak | 180 | 13% |
| Maypeak | 454 | 32.9% |
| Junepeak | 439 | 31.8% |
| July | 147 | 10.7% |
| August | 14 | 1% |
| September | 13 | 0.9% |
| October | 74 | 5.4% |
| November | 24 | 1.7% |
| December | 2 | 0.1% |
Ticks you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Dog Tick | 948 |
| Eastern Black-legged Tick | 379 |
| Lone Star Tick | 3 |
| Gulf Coast Tick | 1 |
| Winter tick | 1 |
| Asian Longhorned Tick | 1 |
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 ticks are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for ticks 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 ticks in New Hampshire peak in May, when 454 of the year's 1,380 verified observations are logged — about 32.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, June and April.
The quietest stretch is January, when ticks are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The ticks you are most likely to encounter in New Hampshire are American Dog Tick, Eastern Black-legged Tick and Lone Star Tick — 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 ticks 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 ticks in New Hampshire?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, June and April, based on 1,380 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are ticks hardest to see in New Hampshire?+
January is the quietest month for ticks in New Hampshire, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are ticks active year-round in New Hampshire?+
Ticks are recorded in 11 of 12 months in New Hampshire, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
More places to see ticks
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