Best Time to See Mallards in Texas
April, March and May is the best time to see mallards in Texas. Based on 41,160 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when mallards 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 20, 2026.
41,160 verified observations of mallards in Texas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When mallards are recorded in Texas
Peak month
April
8,950 records (21.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3,376 | 8.2% |
| February | 3,763 | 9.1% |
| Marchpeak | 5,061 | 12.3% |
| Aprilpeak | 8,950 | 21.7% |
| Maypeak | 4,423 | 10.7% |
| June | 2,258 | 5.5% |
| July | 1,660 | 4% |
| August | 1,208 | 2.9% |
| September | 2,605 | 6.3% |
| October | 1,962 | 4.8% |
| November | 2,837 | 6.9% |
| December | 3,057 | 7.4% |
Mallards you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mallard | 41,160 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Texas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when mallards are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for mallards 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 mallards in Texas peak in April, when 8,950 of the year's 41,160 verified observations are logged — about 21.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and May.
The quietest stretch is August and July, when mallards are hardest to find — August sees just 1,208 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The mallards you are most likely to encounter in Texas are Mallard — 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 mallards 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 mallards in Texas?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and May, based on 41,160 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are mallards hardest to see in Texas?+
August is the quietest month for mallards in Texas, with only 1,208 verified records.
Are mallards active year-round in Texas?+
Mallards 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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