Best Time to See Hummingbirds in Oregon
March, April and May is the best time to see hummingbirds in Oregon. Based on 9,173 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when hummingbirds are most active across the year in Oregon.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
9,173 verified observations of hummingbirds in Oregon, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When hummingbirds are recorded in Oregon
Peak month
March
1,209 records (13.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 700 | 7.6% |
| February | 762 | 8.3% |
| Marchpeak | 1,209 | 13.2% |
| Aprilpeak | 1,193 | 13% |
| Maypeak | 1,153 | 12.6% |
| June | 791 | 8.6% |
| July | 790 | 8.6% |
| August | 681 | 7.4% |
| September | 469 | 5.1% |
| October | 392 | 4.3% |
| November | 465 | 5.1% |
| December | 568 | 6.2% |
Hummingbirds you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Anna's Hummingbird | 6,531 |
| Rufous Hummingbird | 1,817 |
| Black-chinned Hummingbird | 270 |
| Calliope Hummingbird | 205 |
| Costa's Hummingbird | 28 |
| Allen's Hummingbird | 22 |
| Broad-billed Hummingbird | 3 |
| Anna's × Rufous Hummingbird | 3 |
Sightings of hummingbirds in Oregon peak in March, when 1,209 of the year's 9,173 verified observations are logged — about 13.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through March, April and May.
The quietest stretch is October, November and September, when hummingbirds are hardest to find — October sees just 392 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The hummingbirds you are most likely to encounter in Oregon are Anna's Hummingbird, Rufous Hummingbird and Black-chinned Hummingbird — 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 hummingbirds in Oregon
- Crater Lake National Park — National Park
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Lewis and Clark National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Nez Perce National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve — National Monument & Preserve
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see hummingbirds in Oregon?+
March is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through March, April and May, based on 9,173 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are hummingbirds hardest to see in Oregon?+
October is the quietest month for hummingbirds in Oregon, with only 392 verified records.
Are hummingbirds active year-round in Oregon?+
Hummingbirds are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Oregon, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in March.
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