Best Time to See Badgers in Texas
August, July and May is the best time to see badgers in Texas. Based on 528 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when badgers are most active across the year in Texas.
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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528 verified observations of badgers in Texas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When badgers are recorded in Texas
Peak month
August
71 records (13.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 15 | 2.8% |
| February | 34 | 6.4% |
| March | 38 | 7.2% |
| April | 49 | 9.3% |
| Maypeak | 61 | 11.6% |
| June | 50 | 9.5% |
| Julypeak | 65 | 12.3% |
| Augustpeak | 71 | 13.4% |
| September | 42 | 8% |
| October | 35 | 6.6% |
| November | 43 | 8.1% |
| December | 25 | 4.7% |
Badgers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Badger | 528 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Texas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when badgers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for badgers sit around 64 to 96 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60°F | 39°F | 0.9" |
| Feb | 60°F | 38°F | 1" |
| Mar | 71°F | 49°F | 1.7" |
| Apr | 78°F | 56°F | 1.6" |
| Maybest time | 85°F | 64°F | 5.1" |
| Jun | 93°F | 72°F | 1.7" |
| Julbest time | 96°F | 75°F | 0.9" |
| Augbest time | 96°F | 75°F | 1.2" |
| Sep | 89°F | 69°F | 1.7" |
| Oct | 80°F | 58°F | 2" |
| Nov | 67°F | 48°F | 1.1" |
| Dec | 64°F | 44°F | 1.2" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Texas. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on badgers in Texas:
Sightings of badgers in Texas peak in August, when 71 of the year's 528 verified observations are logged — about 13.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through August, July and May.
The quietest stretch is January, when badgers are hardest to find — January sees just 15 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The badgers you are most likely to encounter in Texas are American Badger — 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 badgers in Texas
- Amistad National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Big Bend National Park — National Park
- Big Thicket National Preserve — National Preserve
- Chamizal National Memorial — National Memorial
- Fort Davis National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Guadalupe Mountains National Park — National Park
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see badgers in Texas?+
August is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through August, July and May, based on 528 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are badgers hardest to see in Texas?+
January is the quietest month for badgers in Texas, with only 15 verified records.
Are badgers active year-round in Texas?+
Badgers are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Texas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in August.
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