Best Time to See Bold Jumping Spiders in Oregon
May, April and October is the best time to see bold jumping spiders in Oregon. Based on 4,366 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bold jumping spiders are most active across the year in Oregon.
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 · David Anderson CC BY
Bold Jumping Spider · Public domain CC0
Bold Jumping Spider · Public domain CC0
4,366 verified observations of bold jumping spiders in Oregon, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bold jumping spiders are recorded in Oregon
Peak month
May
826 records (18.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 70 | 1.6% |
| February | 147 | 3.4% |
| March | 396 | 9.1% |
| Aprilpeak | 683 | 15.6% |
| Maypeak | 826 | 18.9% |
| June | 474 | 10.9% |
| July | 203 | 4.6% |
| August | 243 | 5.6% |
| September | 440 | 10.1% |
| Octoberpeak | 642 | 14.7% |
| November | 182 | 4.2% |
| December | 60 | 1.4% |
Bold Jumping Spiders you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bold Jumping Spider | 4,366 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Oregon
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 32 to 61 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 39°F | 26°F | 2" |
| Feb | 38°F | 22°F | 2.4" |
| Mar | 43°F | 25°F | 1.9" |
| Aprbest time | 52°F | 32°F | 2.2" |
| Maybest time | 61°F | 40°F | 2" |
| Jun | 71°F | 48°F | 1.1" |
| Jul | 83°F | 56°F | 0.1" |
| Aug | 81°F | 56°F | 0.4" |
| Sep | 71°F | 47°F | 1.2" |
| Octbest time | 58°F | 37°F | 1.2" |
| Nov | 45°F | 28°F | 2.3" |
| Dec | 37°F | 25°F | 2.4" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Oregon. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of bold jumping spiders in Oregon peak in May, when 826 of the year's 4,366 verified observations are logged — about 18.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, April and October.
The quietest stretch is December and January, when bold jumping spiders are hardest to find — December sees just 60 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 Oregon 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 Oregon
- Crater Lake National Park — National Park
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Lewis and Clark National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Nez Perce National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve — National Monument & Preserve
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bold jumping spiders in Oregon?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and October, based on 4,366 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bold jumping spiders hardest to see in Oregon?+
December is the quietest month for bold jumping spiders in Oregon, with only 60 verified records.
Are bold jumping spiders active year-round in Oregon?+
Bold jumping spiders are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Oregon, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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