Best Time to See Badgers in Wyoming
June, July and May is the best time to see badgers in Wyoming. Based on 421 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when badgers are most active across the year in Wyoming.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 2, 2026.
American Badger · Jacob Saucier CC BY
American Badger · Dan Vickers CC BY
Northwestern American Badger · Romain Boisseau CC BY-SA
421 verified observations of badgers in Wyoming, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When badgers are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
June
124 records (29.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3 | 0.7% |
| February | 3 | 0.7% |
| March | 6 | 1.4% |
| April | 17 | 4% |
| Maypeak | 65 | 15.4% |
| Junepeak | 124 | 29.5% |
| Julypeak | 69 | 16.4% |
| August | 57 | 13.5% |
| September | 48 | 11.4% |
| October | 18 | 4.3% |
| November | 4 | 1% |
| December | 7 | 1.7% |
Badgers you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| American Badger | 421 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when badgers are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for badgers sit around 40 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°F | 15°F | 0.9" |
| Feb | 25°F | 9°F | 0.7" |
| Mar | 35°F | 19°F | 1.6" |
| Apr | 45°F | 26°F | 1.9" |
| Maybest time | 60°F | 40°F | 2.3" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 52°F | 1.7" |
| Julbest time | 84°F | 60°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 82°F | 58°F | 0.9" |
| Sep | 72°F | 50°F | 0.8" |
| Oct | 51°F | 33°F | 1.9" |
| Nov | 40°F | 24°F | 0.7" |
| Dec | 30°F | 17°F | 0.5" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Wyoming. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on badgers in Wyoming:
Sightings of badgers in Wyoming peak in June, when 124 of the year's 421 verified observations are logged — about 29.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is January, February and November, when badgers are hardest to find — January sees just 3 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The badgers you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are American Badger — 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 badgers in Wyoming
- Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Devils Tower National Monument — National Monument
- Fossil Butte National Monument — National Monument
- Grand Teton National Park — National Park
- Yellowstone National Park — National Park
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see badgers in Wyoming?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 421 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are badgers hardest to see in Wyoming?+
January is the quietest month for badgers in Wyoming, with only 3 verified records.
Are badgers active year-round in Wyoming?+
Badgers are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Wyoming, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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