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Deer Movement Forecast

Powered by more than 50 real-time data points related to deer behavior, Deer Movement Forecast predicts the odds of increased deer activity on your hunt.

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Be in the Field at the Right Time

The Deer Movement Forecast is powered by insights from more than 100 million aggregated and anonymized images and dozens of parameters related to deer activity. 

By combining the scale of anonymized data with advanced machine learning, we reveal broad patterns in deer behavior to deliver the most accurate deer movement forecast. No single trail cam photo is ever used on its own. Instead, the data is carefully processed in aggregate to reveal broad deer patterns.

Right Time. Right Place.

When you only have so many days to be in the woods, timing is everything. Deer Movement Forecast turns 100+ million aggregated trail camera images and 50+ environmental factors—like temperature, wind direction and speed, barometric pressure, and moon phase—into at-a-glance predictions of when deer are most likely to move in your area.

Adapt to Changing Conditions

Shifting conditions, like weather or time of day, can alter deer behavior. Powered by real-time data, Deer Movement Forecast delivers clear, hour-by-hour predictions. So, if your plans change or conditions swing, you’ll always have a pulse check on how to adjust your sits to stay a step ahead of the game.

Know When To Be in the Tree

onX Hunt’s Deer Movement Forecast highlights the best days to be out so you don’t miss the ones that could change your whole year.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does onX Hunt’s Deer Movement Forecast track deer movement?

The Deer Movement Forecast combines 100+ million anonymized trail camera images with 50+ environmental factors—such as wind, temperature, moon phase, and barometric pressure—to predict when deer are most likely to be active. Instead of tracking individual animals, the forecast identifies broad movement patterns hunters can rely on.

What makes onX Hunt’s deer movement predictions accurate?

Accuracy comes from scale. By analyzing more than 100 million trail cam images alongside real-time weather and environmental conditions, the onX Hunt Deer Movement Forecast reveals consistent patterns in deer behavior. This broad data approach ensures predictions aren’t based on a single camera or one-off sighting.

Can I use the Deer Movement Forecast to plan the best time to hunt?

Yes. The Deer Movement Forecast provides easy-to-read, hour-by-hour predictions of deer movement so you can plan sits around peak activity times. Whether you have a full weekend or just a few hours, you’ll know when odds are highest for deer on the move.

Does the onX Hunt App update deer movement predictions in real time?

Absolutely. The Deer Movement Forecast is powered by real-time data inputs, meaning your predictions update as conditions change. If a cold front rolls in, wind shifts, or pressure drops, the App reflects those changes so you can adapt your hunt strategy immediately.

What affects deer movement the most?

Deer movement is influenced by weather patterns, moon phase, wind direction, and hunting pressure. Sudden temperature drops and calm winds often lead to higher deer activity, which onX Hunt highlights in its movement forecast.

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