Tick season in Rhode Island typically begins in early spring and lasts until late fall, with a peak in activity during the warmer months of May through August. This period is marked by increased tick populations and heightened risk of tick-borne illnesses, such as Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis. During tick season, Rhode Island residents and visitors should be particularly vigilant when venturing into wooded areas, tall grass, or leaf litter, as these environments provide ideal conditions for ticks to thrive.