Best Time to See Bold Jumping Spiders in Missouri
May, September and June is the best time to see bold jumping spiders in Missouri. Based on 2,169 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bold jumping spiders are most active across the year in Missouri.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 20, 2026.
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2,169 verified observations of bold jumping spiders in Missouri, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bold jumping spiders are recorded in Missouri
Peak month
May
457 records (21.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17 | 0.8% |
| February | 30 | 1.4% |
| March | 102 | 4.7% |
| April | 256 | 11.8% |
| Maypeak | 457 | 21.1% |
| Junepeak | 273 | 12.6% |
| July | 166 | 7.7% |
| August | 205 | 9.5% |
| Septemberpeak | 336 | 15.5% |
| October | 248 | 11.4% |
| November | 52 | 2.4% |
| December | 27 | 1.2% |
Bold Jumping Spiders you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bold Jumping Spider | 2,169 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Missouri
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when bold jumping spiders are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for bold jumping spiders sit around 56 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43°F | 27°F | 3" |
| Feb | 45°F | 25°F | 3.2" |
| Mar | 57°F | 37°F | 5.6" |
| Apr | 67°F | 45°F | 4.7" |
| Maybest time | 74°F | 56°F | 5.9" |
| Junbest time | 86°F | 65°F | 4.3" |
| Jul | 90°F | 70°F | 4.2" |
| Aug | 88°F | 69°F | 5.1" |
| Sepbest time | 84°F | 63°F | 2.2" |
| Oct | 68°F | 49°F | 5" |
| Nov | 57°F | 38°F | 2.1" |
| Dec | 50°F | 32°F | 2.1" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Missouri. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of bold jumping spiders in Missouri peak in May, when 457 of the year's 2,169 verified observations are logged — about 21.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, September and June.
The quietest stretch is January, when bold jumping spiders are hardest to find — January sees just 17 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The bold jumping spiders you are most likely to encounter in Missouri are Bold Jumping Spider — 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 bold jumping spiders in Missouri
- George Washington Carver National Monument — National Monument
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Ozark National Scenic Riverways — National Scenic Riverways
- Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Wilson's Creek National Battlefield — National Battlefield
- Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bold jumping spiders in Missouri?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, September and June, based on 2,169 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bold jumping spiders hardest to see in Missouri?+
January is the quietest month for bold jumping spiders in Missouri, with only 17 verified records.
Are bold jumping spiders active year-round in Missouri?+
Bold jumping spiders are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Missouri, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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