Best Time to See Lone Star Ticks in Washington
April is the best time to see lone star ticks in Washington. Based on 1 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when lone star ticks are most active across the year in Washington.
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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1 verified observations of lone star ticks in Washington, recorded across 1 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When lone star ticks are recorded in Washington
Peak month
April
1 records (100% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 0 | 0% |
| Aprilpeak | 1 | 100% |
| May | 0 | 0% |
| June | 0 | 0% |
| July | 0 | 0% |
| August | 0 | 0% |
| September | 0 | 0% |
| October | 0 | 0% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Lone Star Ticks you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Lone Star Tick | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Washington
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when lone star ticks are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for lone star ticks sit around 33 to 56 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 35°F | 24°F | 4.5" |
| Feb | 36°F | 22°F | 2.8" |
| Mar | 46°F | 28°F | 1.2" |
| Aprbest time | 56°F | 33°F | 1.3" |
| May | 67°F | 44°F | 1.2" |
| Jun | 76°F | 51°F | 0.9" |
| Jul | 86°F | 57°F | 0.2" |
| Aug | 86°F | 58°F | 0.3" |
| Sep | 74°F | 50°F | 1.1" |
| Oct | 59°F | 39°F | 1.7" |
| Nov | 42°F | 29°F | 3.6" |
| Dec | 33°F | 23°F | 3.6" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Washington. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on lone star ticks in Washington:
Sightings of lone star ticks in Washington peak in April, when 1 of the year's 1 verified observations are logged — about 100% of the annual total.
The quietest stretch is January, February and March, when lone star ticks are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The lone star ticks you are most likely to encounter in Washington are Lone Star Tick — 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 lone star ticks in Washington?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, based on 1 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are lone star ticks hardest to see in Washington?+
January is the quietest month for lone star ticks in Washington, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are lone star ticks active year-round in Washington?+
Lone star ticks are recorded in 1 of 12 months in Washington, concentrated around April.
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