It's Time! When Do Bees Swarm?

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Do bees swarm at night? Why do they swarm? What time of year do bees swarm? 

These bee swarms will leave the hive and find new places to build nests. If you are cunning you can lure such a swarm into a box and catch free bees.

Why Do Bees Swarm?

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A swarm consists of anywhere from 3000 bees to 70 000 bees if the entire hive absconds.

What Time Of Day Do Bees Swarm?

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Bees were recorded to swarm in May and June in the 1980s, when peak day temperatures were above 62°F. 

Temperature

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Day Length and Angle Of The Sun

By summer, bees are swarming at 9 am sharp. In fall, if they swarm, then it will be at 11 am again.

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Do Bees Swarm At Night?

In emergencies, bees will swarm at night. If there is a fire, and there is a risk that their hive will be burnt

 In an area where there is a Mediterranean-type climate, many peak flowering events occur in winter. 

What Time Of Year Do Bees Swarm?

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Emergency Swarms

If a hive has to make an emergency evacuation the queen is normally in full egg-laying condition.

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An emergency swarm will stay for a day or two in the emergency site while they ready the queen to fly properly. 

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