Best Time to See Centipedes in Texas
April, May and March is the best time to see centipedes in Texas. Based on 10,492 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes 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 July 22, 2026.
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Common Desert Centipede · Public domain CC0
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10,492 verified observations of centipedes in Texas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Texas
Peak month
April
1,802 records (17.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 437 | 4.2% |
| February | 699 | 6.7% |
| Marchpeak | 1,190 | 11.3% |
| Aprilpeak | 1,802 | 17.2% |
| Maypeak | 1,323 | 12.6% |
| June | 984 | 9.4% |
| July | 760 | 7.2% |
| August | 542 | 5.2% |
| September | 787 | 7.5% |
| October | 815 | 7.8% |
| November | 701 | 6.7% |
| December | 452 | 4.3% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Giant Desert Centipede | 3,348 |
| Eastern Bark Centipede | 982 |
| Brown Centipede | 723 |
| House Centipede | 433 |
| Common Desert Centipede | 381 |
| Arizona house centipede | 154 |
| Orange-spotted House Centipede | 154 |
| Florida Blue Centipede | 147 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Texas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when centipedes are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for centipedes sit around 49 to 85 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" |
| Marbest time | 71°F | 49°F | 1.7" |
| Aprbest time | 78°F | 56°F | 1.6" |
| Maybest time | 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" |
| 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.
Sightings of centipedes in Texas peak in April, when 1,802 of the year's 10,492 verified observations are logged — about 17.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and March.
The quietest stretch is January, December and August, when centipedes are hardest to find — January sees just 437 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The centipedes you are most likely to encounter in Texas are Giant Desert Centipede, Eastern Bark Centipede and Brown Centipede — 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 centipedes 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 centipedes in Texas?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and March, based on 10,492 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Texas?+
January is the quietest month for centipedes in Texas, with only 437 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in Texas?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Texas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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