Best Time to See Black Widows in North Dakota
August, June and July is the best time to see black widows in North Dakota. Based on 10 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when black widows are most active across the year in North Dakota.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 22, 2026.
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10 verified observations of black widows in North Dakota, recorded across 6 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When black widows are recorded in North Dakota
Peak month
August
3 records (30% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 0 | 0% |
| April | 0 | 0% |
| May | 1 | 10% |
| Junepeak | 2 | 20% |
| Julypeak | 2 | 20% |
| Augustpeak | 3 | 30% |
| September | 1 | 10% |
| October | 1 | 10% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Black Widows you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Western Black Widow | 10 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in North Dakota
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when black widows are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for black widows sit around 57 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21°F | 6°F | 0.7" |
| Feb | 18°F | 1°F | 0.7" |
| Mar | 34°F | 17°F | 0.7" |
| Apr | 46°F | 28°F | 2.1" |
| May | 64°F | 43°F | 2.3" |
| Junbest time | 77°F | 57°F | 2.8" |
| Julbest time | 80°F | 61°F | 2" |
| Augbest time | 79°F | 60°F | 2" |
| Sep | 71°F | 52°F | 2.3" |
| Oct | 51°F | 36°F | 2.4" |
| Nov | 37°F | 23°F | 1" |
| Dec | 25°F | 11°F | 1.2" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for North Dakota. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of black widows in North Dakota peak in August, when 3 of the year's 10 verified observations are logged — about 30% of the annual total. Activity stays high through August, June and July.
The quietest stretch is January, February and March, when black widows are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The black widows you are most likely to encounter in North Dakota are Western Black Widow — 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 black widows in North Dakota
- Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- North Country National Scenic Trail — National Scenic Trail
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park — National Park
- Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site — National Historic Site
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see black widows in North Dakota?+
August is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through August, June and July, based on 10 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are black widows hardest to see in North Dakota?+
January is the quietest month for black widows in North Dakota, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are black widows active year-round in North Dakota?+
Black widows are recorded in 6 of 12 months in North Dakota, concentrated around August and June.
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