Best Time to See Scorpions in New York
March and July is the best time to see scorpions in New York. Based on 2 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when scorpions are most active across the year in New York.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 21, 2026.
Western Forest Scorpion · Seth CC BY
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Southern Devil Scorpion · Alan Rockefeller CC BY
2 verified observations of scorpions in New York, recorded across 2 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When scorpions are recorded in New York
Peak month
March
1 records (50% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| Marchpeak | 1 | 50% |
| April | 0 | 0% |
| May | 0 | 0% |
| June | 0 | 0% |
| Julypeak | 1 | 50% |
| August | 0 | 0% |
| September | 0 | 0% |
| October | 0 | 0% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Scorpions you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Italian scorpion | 1 |
| Slender Brown Scorpion | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in New York
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when scorpions are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for scorpions sit around 23 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29°F | 15°F | 3.7" |
| Feb | 32°F | 16°F | 3.6" |
| Marbest time | 41°F | 23°F | 3.8" |
| Apr | 52°F | 34°F | 4.9" |
| May | 63°F | 45°F | 3.9" |
| Jun | 72°F | 55°F | 3.8" |
| Julbest time | 77°F | 61°F | 5.3" |
| Aug | 75°F | 60°F | 5.3" |
| Sep | 68°F | 53°F | 3.4" |
| Oct | 58°F | 44°F | 5.1" |
| Nov | 43°F | 30°F | 3.3" |
| Dec | 36°F | 24°F | 4.7" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for New York. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on scorpions in New York:
Sightings of scorpions in New York peak in March, when 1 of the year's 2 verified observations are logged — about 50% of the annual total. Activity stays high through March and July.
The quietest stretch is January, February and April, when scorpions 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 scorpions you are most likely to encounter in New York are Italian scorpion and Slender Brown Scorpion — 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see scorpions in New York?+
March is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through March and July, based on 2 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are scorpions hardest to see in New York?+
January is the quietest month for scorpions in New York, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are scorpions active year-round in New York?+
Scorpions are recorded in 2 of 12 months in New York, concentrated around March and July.
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