Best Time to See Bats in Vermont
August, July and April is the best time to see bats in Vermont. Based on 409 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bats are most active across the year in Vermont.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 2, 2026.
Big Brown Bat · Public domain CC0
Eastern Small-footed Myotis · Kate Kruesi CC BY
Little Brown Bat · Public domain CC0
409 verified observations of bats in Vermont, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bats are recorded in Vermont
Peak month
August
95 records (23.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7 | 1.7% |
| February | 10 | 2.4% |
| March | 20 | 4.9% |
| Aprilpeak | 50 | 12.2% |
| May | 39 | 9.5% |
| June | 39 | 9.5% |
| Julypeak | 68 | 16.6% |
| Augustpeak | 95 | 23.2% |
| September | 43 | 10.5% |
| October | 25 | 6.1% |
| November | 6 | 1.5% |
| December | 7 | 1.7% |
Bats you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Big Brown Bat | 185 |
| Little Brown Bat | 40 |
| Eastern Small-footed Myotis | 11 |
| Tri-coloured Bat | 8 |
| Northern Myotis | 5 |
| Eastern Red Bat | 4 |
| Silver-haired Bat | 4 |
| Indiana Bat | 2 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Vermont
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 32 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°F | 10°F | 3.3" |
| Feb | 29°F | 10°F | 3" |
| Mar | 39°F | 20°F | 2.8" |
| Aprbest time | 50°F | 32°F | 4.3" |
| May | 63°F | 43°F | 3.3" |
| Jun | 72°F | 53°F | 4" |
| Julbest time | 77°F | 60°F | 6.2" |
| Augbest time | 75°F | 58°F | 4.1" |
| Sep | 68°F | 51°F | 3.4" |
| Oct | 57°F | 41°F | 5.1" |
| Nov | 42°F | 26°F | 3.3" |
| Dec | 34°F | 20°F | 4.5" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Vermont. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on bats in Vermont:
Sightings of bats in Vermont peak in August, when 95 of the year's 409 verified observations are logged — about 23.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through August, July and April.
The quietest stretch is November, January and December, when bats are hardest to find — November sees just 6 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 Vermont are Big Brown Bat, Little Brown Bat and Eastern Small-footed Myotis — 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 Vermont
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- North Country National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bats in Vermont?+
August is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through August, July and April, based on 409 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bats hardest to see in Vermont?+
November is the quietest month for bats in Vermont, with only 6 verified records.
Are bats active year-round in Vermont?+
Bats are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Vermont, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in August.
More places to see bats
More wildlife in Vermont