Best Time to See Scorpions in Wyoming
June, July and May is the best time to see scorpions in Wyoming. Based on 88 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when scorpions 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 21, 2026.
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88 verified observations of scorpions in Wyoming, recorded across 8 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When scorpions are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
June
30 records (34.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 0 | 0% |
| April | 2 | 2.3% |
| Maypeak | 13 | 14.8% |
| Junepeak | 30 | 34.1% |
| Julypeak | 22 | 25% |
| August | 12 | 13.6% |
| September | 6 | 6.8% |
| October | 2 | 2.3% |
| November | 1 | 1.1% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Scorpions you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Northern Scorpion | 85 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when scorpions are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for scorpions 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 scorpions in Wyoming:
Sightings of scorpions in Wyoming peak in June, when 30 of the year's 88 verified observations are logged — about 34.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is January, February and March, when scorpions 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 scorpions you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Northern Scorpion — 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see scorpions in Wyoming?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 88 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are scorpions hardest to see in Wyoming?+
January is the quietest month for scorpions in Wyoming, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are scorpions active year-round in Wyoming?+
Scorpions are recorded in 8 of 12 months in Wyoming, concentrated around June and July.
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