Best Time to See Rabbits in Washington
May, June and April is the best time to see rabbits in Washington. Based on 11,575 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when rabbits 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 June 28, 2026.
Eastern Cottontail · Gavin Slater CC BY
Eastern Cottontail · Public domain CC0
Eastern Cottontail · Dennis Paulson CC BY
11,575 verified observations of rabbits in Washington, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When rabbits are recorded in Washington
Peak month
May
2,576 records (22.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 206 | 1.8% |
| February | 236 | 2% |
| March | 565 | 4.9% |
| Aprilpeak | 1,854 | 16% |
| Maypeak | 2,576 | 22.3% |
| Junepeak | 2,094 | 18.1% |
| July | 1,588 | 13.7% |
| August | 964 | 8.3% |
| September | 609 | 5.3% |
| October | 484 | 4.2% |
| November | 206 | 1.8% |
| December | 193 | 1.7% |
Rabbits you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Eastern Cottontail | 8,797 |
| Snowshoe Hare | 801 |
| European Rabbit | 450 |
| Mountain Cottontail | 212 |
| Black-tailed Jackrabbit | 44 |
| Pygmy Rabbit | 16 |
| White-tailed Jackrabbit | 5 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Washington
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when rabbits are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for rabbits sit around 33 to 76 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" |
| Maybest time | 67°F | 44°F | 1.2" |
| Junbest time | 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 rabbits in Washington:
Sightings of rabbits in Washington peak in May, when 2,576 of the year's 11,575 verified observations are logged — about 22.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, June and April.
The quietest stretch is December, January and November, when rabbits are hardest to find — December sees just 193 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The rabbits you are most likely to encounter in Washington are Eastern Cottontail, Snowshoe Hare and European Rabbit — 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 rabbits in Washington
- Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve — National Historical Reserve
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Lewis and Clark National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Mount Rainier National Park — National Park
- Nez Perce National Historical Park — National Historical Park
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see rabbits in Washington?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, June and April, based on 11,575 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are rabbits hardest to see in Washington?+
December is the quietest month for rabbits in Washington, with only 193 verified records.
Are rabbits active year-round in Washington?+
Rabbits are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Washington, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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