Best Time to See Common Ravens in Nevada
May, June and March is the best time to see common ravens in Nevada. Based on 1,217 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when common ravens are most active across the year in Nevada.
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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1,217 verified observations of common ravens in Nevada, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When common ravens are recorded in Nevada
Peak month
May
159 records (13.1% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 77 | 6.3% |
| February | 99 | 8.1% |
| Marchpeak | 130 | 10.7% |
| April | 121 | 9.9% |
| Maypeak | 159 | 13.1% |
| Junepeak | 140 | 11.5% |
| July | 66 | 5.4% |
| August | 58 | 4.8% |
| September | 76 | 6.2% |
| October | 87 | 7.1% |
| November | 95 | 7.8% |
| December | 109 | 9% |
Common Ravens you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Common Raven | 1,217 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Nevada
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 21 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31°F | 16°F | 1.2" |
| Feb | 32°F | 16°F | 0.9" |
| Marbest time | 37°F | 21°F | 1.6" |
| Apr | 51°F | 31°F | 0.6" |
| Maybest time | 60°F | 39°F | 1.1" |
| Junbest time | 72°F | 50°F | 0.3" |
| Jul | 82°F | 59°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 79°F | 57°F | 1.2" |
| Sep | 71°F | 50°F | 0.6" |
| Oct | 57°F | 36°F | 0.2" |
| Nov | 44°F | 26°F | 0.8" |
| Dec | 33°F | 18°F | 1.2" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Nevada. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of common ravens in Nevada peak in May, when 159 of the year's 1,217 verified observations are logged — about 13.1% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, June and March.
The quietest stretch is August, July and September, when common ravens are hardest to find — August sees just 58 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 Nevada 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 Nevada
- Death Valley National Park — National Park
- Great Basin National Park — National Park
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument — National Monument
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Old Spanish National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see common ravens in Nevada?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, June and March, based on 1,217 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are common ravens hardest to see in Nevada?+
August is the quietest month for common ravens in Nevada, with only 58 verified records.
Are common ravens active year-round in Nevada?+
Common ravens are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nevada, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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