Best Time to See Scorpions in Texas
April, May and June is the best time to see scorpions in Texas. Based on 14,652 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when scorpions 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 21, 2026.
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14,652 verified observations of scorpions in Texas, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When scorpions are recorded in Texas
Peak month
April
2,472 records (16.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 248 | 1.7% |
| February | 362 | 2.5% |
| March | 1,294 | 8.8% |
| Aprilpeak | 2,472 | 16.9% |
| Maypeak | 1,934 | 13.2% |
| Junepeak | 1,896 | 12.9% |
| July | 1,441 | 9.8% |
| August | 1,138 | 7.8% |
| September | 1,472 | 10% |
| October | 1,266 | 8.6% |
| November | 757 | 5.2% |
| December | 372 | 2.5% |
Scorpions you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Striped Bark Scorpion | 12,472 |
| Texas Cave Scorpion | 695 |
| Trans-Pecos Twinspine Scorpion | 393 |
| Lesser Stripetail Scorpion | 288 |
| Intermediate Scorpion | 105 |
| Wauer's Scorpion | 95 |
| Big Bend Scorpion | 93 |
| Thick-handed Scorpion | 62 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Texas
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when scorpions are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for scorpions sit around 56 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" |
| Mar | 71°F | 49°F | 1.7" |
| Aprbest time | 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 scorpions in Texas:
Sightings of scorpions in Texas peak in April, when 2,472 of the year's 14,652 verified observations are logged — about 16.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is January, February and December, when scorpions are hardest to find — January sees just 248 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The scorpions you are most likely to encounter in Texas are Striped Bark Scorpion, Texas Cave Scorpion and Trans-Pecos Twinspine Scorpion — 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see scorpions in Texas?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 14,652 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are scorpions hardest to see in Texas?+
January is the quietest month for scorpions in Texas, with only 248 verified records.
Are scorpions active year-round in Texas?+
Scorpions 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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