During the hunting season, rain is not a deterrent to deer movement. ... At any other time, including drizzle, light rain or even heavy rain, they show up on cue: does and fawns first; small bucks next; and then, near dark, the real bruisers I'm after. If anything, rain makes deer more content and less skittish.

Where do deers go when raining?

When faced with heavy downpour most deer will seek shelter under forest canopies, but mule deer are found in places where these kinds of forests are scarce. In heavy rain mule deer will seek any form of shelter they can find, often hiding under stray foliage where possible.

Does rain stop deer movement?

Heavy rains or thunderstorms will cause deer to bed down in a sheltered area of some kind. Any high winds, rain or not, will also discourage their movement. Since light rain doesn't alter a deer's activity, this time can be very rewarding for you.