Best Time to See Centipedes in Utah
April, May and June is the best time to see centipedes in Utah. Based on 931 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes 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 July 22, 2026.
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Common Desert Centipede · Public domain CC0
Common Desert Centipede · Evrytte Carlson CC BY
931 verified observations of centipedes in Utah, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Utah
Peak month
April
227 records (24.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9 | 1% |
| February | 17 | 1.8% |
| March | 78 | 8.4% |
| Aprilpeak | 227 | 24.4% |
| Maypeak | 158 | 17% |
| Junepeak | 104 | 11.2% |
| July | 90 | 9.7% |
| August | 68 | 7.3% |
| September | 63 | 6.8% |
| October | 63 | 6.8% |
| November | 32 | 3.4% |
| December | 22 | 2.4% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Brown Centipede | 165 |
| House Centipede | 142 |
| Common Desert Centipede | 82 |
| Florida Blue Centipede | 54 |
| Strigamia | 13 |
| White-Striped Centipede | 10 |
| Garden Lithobius | 9 |
| Lamyctes | 6 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Utah
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 33 to 79 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" |
| Aprbest time | 55°F | 33°F | 1.6" |
| Maybest time | 66°F | 42°F | 1.3" |
| Junbest time | 79°F | 53°F | 0.7" |
| Jul | 89°F | 62°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 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.
Sightings of centipedes in Utah peak in April, when 227 of the year's 931 verified observations are logged — about 24.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is January, when centipedes are hardest to find — January sees just 9 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 Utah are Brown Centipede, House Centipede and Common Desert 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 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
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see centipedes in Utah?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 931 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Utah?+
January is the quietest month for centipedes in Utah, with only 9 verified records.
Are centipedes active year-round in Utah?+
Centipedes are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Utah, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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