Best Time to See Rabbits in Wyoming
June, July and May is the best time to see rabbits in Wyoming. Based on 1,396 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when rabbits 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.
Snowshoe Hare · Piotr Lukasik CC BY
White-tailed Jackrabbit · pachips CC BY
Desert Cottontail · Bob Miller CC BY
1,396 verified observations of rabbits in Wyoming, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When rabbits are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
June
302 records (21.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 43 | 3.1% |
| February | 58 | 4.2% |
| March | 45 | 3.2% |
| April | 87 | 6.2% |
| Maypeak | 194 | 13.9% |
| Junepeak | 302 | 21.6% |
| Julypeak | 271 | 19.4% |
| August | 186 | 13.3% |
| September | 87 | 6.2% |
| October | 50 | 3.6% |
| November | 36 | 2.6% |
| December | 37 | 2.7% |
Rabbits you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Mountain Cottontail | 410 |
| Snowshoe Hare | 245 |
| White-tailed Jackrabbit | 185 |
| Desert Cottontail | 164 |
| Black-tailed Jackrabbit | 18 |
| Eastern Cottontail | 15 |
| Pygmy Rabbit | 13 |
| European Rabbit | 2 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when rabbits are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for rabbits 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 rabbits in Wyoming:
Sightings of rabbits in Wyoming peak in June, when 302 of the year's 1,396 verified observations are logged — about 21.6% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is November, December and January, when rabbits are hardest to find — November sees just 36 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The rabbits you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Mountain Cottontail, Snowshoe Hare and White-tailed Jackrabbit — 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 rabbits 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 rabbits in Wyoming?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 1,396 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are rabbits hardest to see in Wyoming?+
November is the quietest month for rabbits in Wyoming, with only 36 verified records.
Are rabbits active year-round in Wyoming?+
Rabbits 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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