Early morning inspections

[Tom Davidson]

Is it allright to work bees in the early morning hours, just after sunrise, if the temps are in a decent range (60F and above)? What about the reverse, just before sundown? What are your experiences at these times?

[Ben Franklin]

I try not to bother the bees until they are out working in the fields. They will be calmer and less likely to become angry.

[LeonardS]

My bees work best very early in the morning. They are not so active and they stay put on the frames when I inspect them. My bees have always been very calm, but maybe that will change when they get more honey stored!

[Ravenseye]

It's fine. There are more bee's "home" so take that into account but otherwise, it's OK.