Best Time to See Squirrels in Nevada
June, July and May is the best time to see squirrels in Nevada. Based on 4,964 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when squirrels 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 June 28, 2026.
Round-tailed Ground Squirrel · Stan Shebs CC BY-SA
Yellow-bellied Marmot · Public domain CC0
White-tailed Antelope Squirrel · Skyler Principe CC BY
4,964 verified observations of squirrels in Nevada, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When squirrels are recorded in Nevada
Peak month
June
818 records (16.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 163 | 3.3% |
| February | 209 | 4.2% |
| March | 361 | 7.3% |
| April | 464 | 9.3% |
| Maypeak | 644 | 13% |
| Junepeak | 818 | 16.5% |
| Julypeak | 645 | 13% |
| August | 554 | 11.2% |
| September | 391 | 7.9% |
| October | 367 | 7.4% |
| November | 194 | 3.9% |
| December | 154 | 3.1% |
Squirrels you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| White-tailed Antelope Squirrel | 1,415 |
| California Ground Squirrel | 689 |
| Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel | 584 |
| Yellow-bellied Marmot | 407 |
| Palmer's Chipmunk | 251 |
| Rock Squirrel | 198 |
| Western Gray Squirrel | 188 |
| Uinta Chipmunk | 136 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Nevada
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when squirrels are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for squirrels sit around 39 to 82 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" |
| Mar | 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" |
| Julbest time | 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.
More on squirrels in Nevada:
Sightings of squirrels in Nevada peak in June, when 818 of the year's 4,964 verified observations are logged — about 16.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is December, January and November, when squirrels are hardest to find — December sees just 154 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The squirrels you are most likely to encounter in Nevada are White-tailed Antelope Squirrel, California Ground Squirrel and Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel — 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 squirrels 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
Gear to see them
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see squirrels in Nevada?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 4,964 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are squirrels hardest to see in Nevada?+
December is the quietest month for squirrels in Nevada, with only 154 verified records.
Are squirrels active year-round in Nevada?+
Squirrels are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nevada, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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