When are scorpions most active? Scorpions are active in the hot months. They start appearing as temperatures rise in spring, reach peak activity in summer, and decline as the weather cools in late autumn. Within the day, they come out at night and hide during daylight.
Note: "Al-Aqarib" in the old Arabic star calendar is the name of a cold season, which is something else. Here we mean the scorpion itself.
Scorpion activity through the year
| Period | Scorpion activity |
|---|---|
| Winter | Very low; they stay hidden under stones and soil |
| Spring | They start coming out as it warms up, looking for food |
| Summer | Peak activity; they enter homes to escape the heat |
| Autumn | Activity stays moderate, then drops as it cools |
When do scorpions come out during the day?
- After sunset and throughout the night, as they hunt at night.
- During the day they hide under stones, wood, furniture and dark places.
- That is why most stings happen at night or when someone puts a hand into a dark spot.
Why are there more scorpions in summer?
- Heat increases their activity and movement.
- The insects they eat become more numerous in summer.
- Breeding: females give birth in the warm months and carry the young on their backs.
- They look for water and moisture, so they move closer to homes.
How to prepare for scorpion season
- Start prevention early in spring before activity peaks.
- Spray a residual insecticide around the house and at entrances, and repeat during summer.
- Seal gaps and cover drains.
- Clear the yard of stones and clutter.
- Shake out shoes and clothes before wearing them in summer.
- Use a torch when walking in the yard at night.
Products from Orkida
- K-Othrine 25 EC by Envu (formerly Bayer)
- K-Othrine 0.05 DP dust
- Demand CS by Syngenta
- Catchmaster glue boards
Scorpion season FAQs
Is a scorpion an insect?
No. Scorpions are arachnids, like spiders and ticks, with 8 legs, while insects have 6.
Do scorpions come out in winter?
Rarely. You may see one on a warm day or inside a warm house, but activity is very low.
Do scorpions give birth or lay eggs?
They give birth. The female bears live young and carries them on her back for a few days before they disperse.