Best Time to See Centipedes in Wyoming
April, June and May is the best time to see centipedes in Wyoming. Based on 107 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when centipedes 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 22, 2026.
Strigamia bothriopus · Judy Gallagher CC BY-SA
Common Desert Centipede · Public domain CC0
Common Desert Centipede · Evrytte Carlson CC BY
107 verified observations of centipedes in Wyoming, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When centipedes are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
April
24 records (22.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 1 | 0.9% |
| March | 3 | 2.8% |
| Aprilpeak | 24 | 22.4% |
| Maypeak | 19 | 17.8% |
| Junepeak | 22 | 20.6% |
| July | 15 | 14% |
| August | 8 | 7.5% |
| September | 8 | 7.5% |
| October | 4 | 3.7% |
| November | 2 | 1.9% |
| December | 1 | 0.9% |
Centipedes you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Brown Centipede | 23 |
| Common Desert Centipede | 9 |
| Lamyctes | 6 |
| Common Schendyla | 2 |
| Strigamia | 1 |
| Bothropolys | 1 |
| Cave Centipedes | 1 |
| Garden Lithobius | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
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 26 to 74 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" |
| Aprbest time | 45°F | 26°F | 1.9" |
| Maybest time | 60°F | 40°F | 2.3" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 52°F | 1.7" |
| Jul | 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.
Sightings of centipedes in Wyoming peak in April, when 24 of the year's 107 verified observations are logged — about 22.4% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, June and May.
The quietest stretch is January, February and December, when centipedes 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 centipedes you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Brown Centipede, Common Desert Centipede and Lamyctes — 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 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 centipedes in Wyoming?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, June and May, based on 107 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are centipedes hardest to see in Wyoming?+
January is the quietest month for centipedes in Wyoming, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are centipedes active year-round in Wyoming?+
Centipedes are recorded in 11 of 12 months in Wyoming, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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