Best Time to See Turkey Vultures in Wyoming
July, June and May is the best time to see turkey vultures in Wyoming. Based on 428 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when turkey vultures 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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428 verified observations of turkey vultures in Wyoming, recorded across 9 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When turkey vultures are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
July
112 records (26.2% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 1 | 0.2% |
| March | 6 | 1.4% |
| April | 48 | 11.2% |
| Maypeak | 74 | 17.3% |
| Junepeak | 92 | 21.5% |
| Julypeak | 112 | 26.2% |
| August | 52 | 12.1% |
| September | 41 | 9.6% |
| October | 2 | 0.5% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Turkey Vultures you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Turkey Vulture | 428 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when turkey vultures are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for turkey vultures 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 turkey vultures in Wyoming peak in July, when 112 of the year's 428 verified observations are logged — about 26.2% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and May.
The quietest stretch is January, November and December, when turkey vultures 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 turkey vultures you are most likely to encounter in Wyoming are Turkey Vulture — 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 turkey vultures 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 turkey vultures in Wyoming?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and May, based on 428 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are turkey vultures hardest to see in Wyoming?+
January is the quietest month for turkey vultures in Wyoming, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are turkey vultures active year-round in Wyoming?+
Turkey vultures are recorded in 9 of 12 months in Wyoming, concentrated around July and June.
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