Catching moles can be very challenging. Setting a mole trap is easy but catching a mole is a tough job. This makes it important for you to understand moles' activities before setting a trap.
Moles are usually very active early in the morning or late at night. They are more active after the rain. Moles like to eat earthworms. Earthworms are in abundance after the rain. So, the timing of setting your mole trap must fall into the period when moles are highly active.