Best Time to See Common Ravens in Colorado
July, June and May is the best time to see common ravens in Colorado. Based on 2,358 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when common ravens are most active across the year in Colorado.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 20, 2026.
2,358 verified observations of common ravens in Colorado, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When common ravens are recorded in Colorado
Peak month
July
299 records (12.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 167 | 7.1% |
| February | 117 | 5% |
| March | 167 | 7.1% |
| April | 244 | 10.3% |
| Maypeak | 278 | 11.8% |
| Junepeak | 296 | 12.6% |
| Julypeak | 299 | 12.7% |
| August | 205 | 8.7% |
| September | 197 | 8.4% |
| October | 134 | 5.7% |
| November | 99 | 4.2% |
| December | 155 | 6.6% |
Common Ravens you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raven | 2,358 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Colorado
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when common ravens are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for common ravens sit around 31 to 76 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°F | 5°F | 0.5" |
| Feb | 27°F | 3°F | 0.9" |
| Mar | 34°F | 9°F | 1.3" |
| Apr | 46°F | 20°F | 1.1" |
| Maybest time | 57°F | 31°F | 2.5" |
| Junbest time | 69°F | 42°F | 2.1" |
| Julbest time | 76°F | 49°F | 2.5" |
| Aug | 75°F | 48°F | 1.7" |
| Sep | 69°F | 41°F | 1.1" |
| Oct | 54°F | 27°F | 0.8" |
| Nov | 40°F | 18°F | 0.6" |
| Dec | 30°F | 10°F | 0.9" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Colorado. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of common ravens in Colorado peak in July, when 299 of the year's 2,358 verified observations are logged — about 12.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and May.
The quietest stretch is November, February and October, when common ravens are hardest to find — November sees just 99 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The common ravens you are most likely to encounter in Colorado are Common Raven — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see common ravens in Colorado
- Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park — National Park
- Colorado National Monument — National Monument
- Curecanti National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Dinosaur National Monument — National Monument
- Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve — National Park & Preserve
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see common ravens in Colorado?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and May, based on 2,358 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are common ravens hardest to see in Colorado?+
November is the quietest month for common ravens in Colorado, with only 99 verified records.
Are common ravens active year-round in Colorado?+
Common ravens are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Colorado, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in July.
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