Best Time to See Turkey Vultures in Nevada
April, March and June is the best time to see turkey vultures in Nevada. Based on 694 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when turkey vultures 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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694 verified observations of turkey vultures in Nevada, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When turkey vultures are recorded in Nevada
Peak month
April
142 records (20.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4 | 0.6% |
| February | 8 | 1.2% |
| Marchpeak | 118 | 17% |
| Aprilpeak | 142 | 20.5% |
| May | 97 | 14% |
| Junepeak | 98 | 14.1% |
| July | 58 | 8.4% |
| August | 59 | 8.5% |
| September | 79 | 11.4% |
| October | 28 | 4% |
| November | 1 | 0.1% |
| December | 2 | 0.3% |
Turkey Vultures you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Turkey Vulture | 694 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Nevada
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when turkey vultures are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for turkey vultures 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" |
| Aprbest time | 51°F | 31°F | 0.6" |
| May | 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 turkey vultures in Nevada peak in April, when 142 of the year's 694 verified observations are logged — about 20.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, March and June.
The quietest stretch is November, when turkey vultures are hardest to find — November sees just 1 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The turkey vultures you are most likely to encounter in Nevada are Turkey Vulture — 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 turkey vultures 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 turkey vultures in Nevada?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, March and June, based on 694 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are turkey vultures hardest to see in Nevada?+
November is the quietest month for turkey vultures in Nevada, with only 1 verified records.
Are turkey vultures active year-round in Nevada?+
Turkey vultures are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Nevada, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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