Best Time to See Bats in Utah
August, July and June is the best time to see bats in Utah. Based on 812 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bats are most active across the year in Utah.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated June 28, 2026.
Mexican Free-tailed Bat · Chelsea Welch CC BY
Western Small-footed Myotis · ZVKep CC BY
Silver-haired Bat · Grant Chovil CC BY
812 verified observations of bats in Utah, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bats are recorded in Utah
Peak month
August
190 records (23.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13 | 1.6% |
| February | 10 | 1.2% |
| March | 24 | 3% |
| April | 39 | 4.8% |
| May | 107 | 13.2% |
| Junepeak | 110 | 13.5% |
| Julypeak | 124 | 15.3% |
| Augustpeak | 190 | 23.4% |
| September | 107 | 13.2% |
| October | 46 | 5.7% |
| November | 25 | 3.1% |
| December | 17 | 2.1% |
Bats you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Canyon Bat | 66 |
| Silver-haired Bat | 63 |
| Mexican Free-tailed Bat | 56 |
| Big Brown Bat | 52 |
| Townsend's Big-eared Bat | 52 |
| Pallid Bat | 34 |
| Little Brown Bat | 29 |
| Northern Hoary Bat | 23 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Utah
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when bats are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for bats sit around 53 to 89 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33°F | 19°F | 1.5" |
| Feb | 35°F | 20°F | 1.5" |
| Mar | 43°F | 27°F | 2.8" |
| Apr | 55°F | 33°F | 1.6" |
| May | 66°F | 42°F | 1.3" |
| Junbest time | 79°F | 53°F | 0.7" |
| Julbest time | 89°F | 62°F | 0.3" |
| Augbest time | 87°F | 61°F | 0.3" |
| Sep | 78°F | 52°F | 0.6" |
| Oct | 62°F | 38°F | 1.1" |
| Nov | 48°F | 28°F | 1.3" |
| Dec | 36°F | 20°F | 2.6" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Utah. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on bats in Utah:
Sightings of bats in Utah peak in August, when 190 of the year's 812 verified observations are logged — about 23.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through August, July and June.
The quietest stretch is February and January, when bats are hardest to find — February sees just 10 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bats you are most likely to encounter in Utah are Canyon Bat, Silver-haired Bat and Mexican Free-tailed Bat — 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 bats in Utah
- Bryce Canyon National Park — National Park
- Capitol Reef National Park — National Park
- Cedar Breaks National Monument — National Monument
- Dinosaur National Monument — National Monument
- Zion National Park — National Park
- Arches National Park — National Park
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bats in Utah?+
August is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through August, July and June, based on 812 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bats hardest to see in Utah?+
February is the quietest month for bats in Utah, with only 10 verified records.
Are bats active year-round in Utah?+
Bats are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Utah, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in August.