Best Time to See Green Sea Turtles in Texas
March, May and June is the best time to see green sea turtles in Texas. Based on 1,331 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when green sea turtles 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 10, 2026.
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1,331 verified observations of green sea turtles in Texas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When green sea turtles are recorded in Texas
Peak month
March
277 records (20.8% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 64 | 4.8% |
| February | 67 | 5% |
| Marchpeak | 277 | 20.8% |
| April | 99 | 7.4% |
| Maypeak | 130 | 9.8% |
| Junepeak | 128 | 9.6% |
| July | 113 | 8.5% |
| August | 94 | 7.1% |
| September | 111 | 8.3% |
| October | 88 | 6.6% |
| November | 80 | 6% |
| December | 80 | 6% |
Green Sea Turtles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Green Sea Turtle | 1,331 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Texas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when green sea turtles are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for green sea turtles sit around 49 to 93 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" |
| Apr | 78°F | 56°F | 1.6" |
| Maybest time | 85°F | 64°F | 5.1" |
| Junbest time | 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.
More on green sea turtles in Texas:
Sightings of green sea turtles in Texas peak in March, when 277 of the year's 1,331 verified observations are logged — about 20.8% of the annual total. Activity stays high through March, May and June.
The quietest stretch is January, February and November, when green sea turtles are hardest to find — January sees just 64 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The green sea turtles you are most likely to encounter in Texas are Green Sea Turtle — 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 green sea turtles 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 green sea turtles in Texas?+
March is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through March, May and June, based on 1,331 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are green sea turtles hardest to see in Texas?+
January is the quietest month for green sea turtles in Texas, with only 64 verified records.
Are green sea turtles active year-round in Texas?+
Green sea turtles are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Texas, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in March.
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