Best Time to See Great Blue Herons in Wyoming
July, June and May is the best time to see great blue herons in Wyoming. Based on 571 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when great blue herons 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 20, 2026.
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571 verified observations of great blue herons in Wyoming, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When great blue herons are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
July
135 records (23.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2 | 0.4% |
| February | 3 | 0.5% |
| March | 10 | 1.8% |
| April | 41 | 7.2% |
| Maypeak | 106 | 18.6% |
| Junepeak | 111 | 19.4% |
| Julypeak | 135 | 23.6% |
| August | 95 | 16.6% |
| September | 61 | 10.7% |
| October | 5 | 0.9% |
| November | 1 | 0.2% |
| December | 1 | 0.2% |
Great Blue Herons you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Great Blue Heron | 571 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when great blue herons are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for great blue herons 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.
Sightings of great blue herons in Wyoming peak in July, when 135 of the year's 571 verified observations are logged — about 23.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and May.
The quietest stretch is November and December, when great blue herons are hardest to find — November sees just 1 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The great blue herons you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Great Blue Heron — 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 great blue herons 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 great blue herons in Wyoming?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and May, based on 571 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are great blue herons hardest to see in Wyoming?+
November is the quietest month for great blue herons in Wyoming, with only 1 verified records.
Are great blue herons active year-round in Wyoming?+
Great blue herons are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Wyoming, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in July.
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