Best Time to See Common Ravens in Wyoming

June, July and September is the best time to see common ravens in Wyoming. Based on 2,853 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when common ravens are most active across the year in Wyoming.

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By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 20, 2026.

Common Raven photographed in Wyoming

Common Raven · Public domain CC0

Northern Common Raven photographed in Wyoming

Northern Common Raven · Romain Boisseau CC BY-SA

Common Raven photographed in Wyoming

Common Raven · Cody Stricker CC BY

Photos by iNaturalist observers, reused under the licence each observer chose.
Best months: June, July, SeptemberPeak season right now

2,853 verified observations of common ravens in Wyoming, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.

When common ravens are recorded in Wyoming

Peak month

June

531 records (18.6% of the year)

Quietest month

November

30 records

MonthObservationsShare
January722.5%
February692.4%
March451.6%
April923.2%
May39814%
Junepeak53118.6%
Julypeak53018.6%
August43015.1%
Septemberpeak43915.4%
October1876.6%
November301.1%
December301.1%

Common Ravens you are most likely to see

SpeciesVerified observations
Common Raven2,853

Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo

Typical weather in Wyoming

Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when common ravens are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for common ravens sit around 50 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.

MonthAvg highAvg lowRain
Jan27°F15°F0.9"
Feb25°F9°F0.7"
Mar35°F19°F1.6"
Apr45°F26°F1.9"
May60°F40°F2.3"
Junbest time74°F52°F1.7"
Julbest time84°F60°F0.3"
Aug82°F58°F0.9"
Sepbest time72°F50°F0.8"
Oct51°F33°F1.9"
Nov40°F24°F0.7"
Dec30°F17°F0.5"

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 common ravens in Wyoming peak in June, when 531 of the year's 2,853 verified observations are logged — about 18.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and September.

The quietest stretch is November, December and March, when common ravens are hardest to find — November sees just 30 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.

The common ravens you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Common Raven — 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 common ravens in Wyoming

  • Bighorn Canyon National Recreation AreaNational Recreation Area
  • Devils Tower National MonumentNational Monument
  • Fossil Butte National MonumentNational Monument
  • Grand Teton National ParkNational Park
  • Yellowstone National ParkNational Park
  • California National Historic TrailNational Historic Trail

Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to see common ravens in Wyoming?+

June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and September, based on 2,853 verified iNaturalist observations.

When are common ravens hardest to see in Wyoming?+

November is the quietest month for common ravens in Wyoming, with only 30 verified records.

Are common ravens active year-round in Wyoming?+

Common ravens are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Wyoming, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.