Best Time to See Bold Jumping Spiders in New Mexico
May, April and June is the best time to see bold jumping spiders in New Mexico. Based on 440 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bold jumping spiders are most active across the year in New Mexico.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 20, 2026.
Bold Jumping Spider · Debra Dooley CC BY-ND
Bold Jumping Spider · Debra Dooley CC BY-ND
Bold Jumping Spider · Debra Dooley CC BY-ND
440 verified observations of bold jumping spiders in New Mexico, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bold jumping spiders are recorded in New Mexico
Peak month
May
99 records (22.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2 | 0.5% |
| February | 4 | 0.9% |
| March | 20 | 4.5% |
| Aprilpeak | 72 | 16.4% |
| Maypeak | 99 | 22.5% |
| Junepeak | 72 | 16.4% |
| July | 29 | 6.6% |
| August | 28 | 6.4% |
| September | 48 | 10.9% |
| October | 57 | 13% |
| November | 6 | 1.4% |
| December | 3 | 0.7% |
Bold Jumping Spiders you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bold Jumping Spider | 440 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in New Mexico
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 42 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44°F | 26°F | 0.6" |
| Feb | 47°F | 26°F | 0.8" |
| Mar | 57°F | 34°F | 1" |
| Aprbest time | 68°F | 42°F | 0.4" |
| Maybest time | 76°F | 51°F | 0.5" |
| Junbest time | 84°F | 60°F | 1.1" |
| Jul | 87°F | 65°F | 1" |
| Aug | 84°F | 63°F | 1.2" |
| Sep | 79°F | 57°F | 0.9" |
| Oct | 67°F | 44°F | 0.9" |
| Nov | 56°F | 35°F | 0.7" |
| Dec | 47°F | 29°F | 0.6" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for New Mexico. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of bold jumping spiders in New Mexico peak in May, when 99 of the year's 440 verified observations are logged — about 22.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, April and June.
The quietest stretch is January and December, when bold jumping spiders are hardest to find — January sees just 2 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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico
- Bandelier National Monument — National Monument
- Capulin Volcano National Monument — National Monument
- Carlsbad Caverns National Park — National Park
- El Malpais National Monument — National Monument
- El Morro National Monument — National Monument
- Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument — National Monument
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bold jumping spiders in New Mexico?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and June, based on 440 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bold jumping spiders hardest to see in New Mexico?+
January is the quietest month for bold jumping spiders in New Mexico, with only 2 verified records.
Are bold jumping spiders active year-round in New Mexico?+
Bold jumping spiders are recorded in 12 of 12 months in New Mexico, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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