Best Time to See Frogs in Wyoming
July, June and August is the best time to see frogs in Wyoming. Based on 1,896 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when frogs 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 June 28, 2026.
Columbia Spotted Frog · Henrik Kibak CC BY
Western Toad · Bryant Olsen CC BY-ND
Plains Spadefoot · Alessandro Franchini CC BY
1,896 verified observations of frogs in Wyoming, recorded across 9 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When frogs are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
July
517 records (27.3% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1 | 0.1% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 3 | 0.2% |
| April | 31 | 1.6% |
| May | 199 | 10.5% |
| Junepeak | 492 | 25.9% |
| Julypeak | 517 | 27.3% |
| Augustpeak | 475 | 25.1% |
| September | 160 | 8.4% |
| October | 18 | 0.9% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Frogs you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Boreal Chorus Frog | 400 |
| Columbia Spotted Frog | 385 |
| Northern Leopard Frog | 378 |
| Western Toad | 263 |
| Woodhouse's Toad | 259 |
| Plains Spadefoot | 40 |
| Great Plains Toad | 38 |
| Great Basin Spadefoot | 37 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when frogs are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for frogs sit around 52 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" |
| May | 60°F | 40°F | 2.3" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 52°F | 1.7" |
| Julbest time | 84°F | 60°F | 0.3" |
| Augbest time | 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 frogs in Wyoming:
Sightings of frogs in Wyoming peak in July, when 517 of the year's 1,896 verified observations are logged — about 27.3% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and August.
The quietest stretch is February, November and December, when frogs are hardest to find — no verified records exist for February. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The frogs you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Boreal Chorus Frog, Columbia Spotted Frog and Northern Leopard Frog — 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 frogs 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
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see frogs in Wyoming?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and August, based on 1,896 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are frogs hardest to see in Wyoming?+
February is the quietest month for frogs in Wyoming, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are frogs active year-round in Wyoming?+
Frogs are recorded in 9 of 12 months in Wyoming, concentrated around July and June.
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