Best Time to See Bobcats in Texas
January, April and December is the best time to see bobcats in Texas. Based on 6,492 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bobcats 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.
6,492 verified observations of bobcats in Texas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bobcats are recorded in Texas
Peak month
January
702 records (10.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Januarypeak | 702 | 10.8% |
| February | 553 | 8.5% |
| March | 570 | 8.8% |
| Aprilpeak | 656 | 10.1% |
| May | 557 | 8.6% |
| June | 443 | 6.8% |
| July | 392 | 6% |
| August | 353 | 5.4% |
| September | 478 | 7.4% |
| October | 571 | 8.8% |
| November | 589 | 9.1% |
| Decemberpeak | 628 | 9.7% |
Bobcats you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bobcat | 6,492 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Texas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when bobcats are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for bobcats sit around 39 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janbest time | 60°F | 39°F | 0.9" |
| Feb | 60°F | 38°F | 1" |
| Mar | 71°F | 49°F | 1.7" |
| Aprbest time | 78°F | 56°F | 1.6" |
| May | 85°F | 64°F | 5.1" |
| Jun | 93°F | 72°F | 1.7" |
| Jul | 96°F | 75°F | 0.9" |
| Aug | 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" |
| Decbest time | 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 bobcats in Texas:
Sightings of bobcats in Texas peak in January, when 702 of the year's 6,492 verified observations are logged — about 10.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through January, April and December.
The quietest stretch is August, July and June, when bobcats are hardest to find — August sees just 353 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bobcats you are most likely to encounter in Texas are Bobcat — 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 bobcats 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 bobcats in Texas?+
January is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through January, April and December, based on 6,492 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bobcats hardest to see in Texas?+
August is the quietest month for bobcats in Texas, with only 353 verified records.
Are bobcats active year-round in Texas?+
Bobcats are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Texas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in January.
More places to see bobcats
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