Best Time to See Raccoons in North Dakota
June, May and July is the best time to see raccoons in North Dakota. Based on 79 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when raccoons are most active across the year in North Dakota.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
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79 verified observations of raccoons in North Dakota, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When raccoons are recorded in North Dakota
Peak month
June
16 records (20.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 4 | 5.1% |
| March | 3 | 3.8% |
| April | 10 | 12.7% |
| Maypeak | 12 | 15.2% |
| Junepeak | 16 | 20.3% |
| Julypeak | 11 | 13.9% |
| August | 6 | 7.6% |
| September | 5 | 6.3% |
| October | 5 | 6.3% |
| November | 5 | 6.3% |
| December | 2 | 2.5% |
Raccoons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raccoon | 79 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in North Dakota
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 43 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21°F | 6°F | 0.7" |
| Feb | 18°F | 1°F | 0.7" |
| Mar | 34°F | 17°F | 0.7" |
| Apr | 46°F | 28°F | 2.1" |
| Maybest time | 64°F | 43°F | 2.3" |
| Junbest time | 77°F | 57°F | 2.8" |
| Julbest time | 80°F | 61°F | 2" |
| Aug | 79°F | 60°F | 2" |
| Sep | 71°F | 52°F | 2.3" |
| Oct | 51°F | 36°F | 2.4" |
| Nov | 37°F | 23°F | 1" |
| Dec | 25°F | 11°F | 1.2" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for North Dakota. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on raccoons in North Dakota:
Sightings of raccoons in North Dakota peak in June, when 16 of the year's 79 verified observations are logged — about 20.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, May and July.
The quietest stretch is January, when raccoons 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 raccoons you are most likely to encounter in North Dakota 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 North Dakota
- Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- North Country National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park — National Park
- Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site — National Historic Site
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see raccoons in North Dakota?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, May and July, based on 79 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are raccoons hardest to see in North Dakota?+
January is the quietest month for raccoons in North Dakota, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are raccoons active year-round in North Dakota?+
Raccoons are recorded in 11 of 12 months in North Dakota, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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