Best Time to See Bold Jumping Spiders in Utah
May, April and June is the best time to see bold jumping spiders in Utah. Based on 2,948 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bold jumping spiders are most active across the year in Utah.
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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2,948 verified observations of bold jumping spiders in Utah, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bold jumping spiders are recorded in Utah
Peak month
May
690 records (23.4% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17 | 0.6% |
| February | 33 | 1.1% |
| March | 167 | 5.7% |
| Aprilpeak | 464 | 15.7% |
| Maypeak | 690 | 23.4% |
| Junepeak | 393 | 13.3% |
| July | 180 | 6.1% |
| August | 246 | 8.3% |
| September | 312 | 10.6% |
| October | 362 | 12.3% |
| November | 66 | 2.2% |
| December | 18 | 0.6% |
Bold Jumping Spiders you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bold Jumping Spider | 2,948 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Utah
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 33 to 79 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33°F | 19°F | 1.5" |
| Feb | 35°F | 20°F | 1.5" |
| Mar | 43°F | 27°F | 2.8" |
| Aprbest time | 55°F | 33°F | 1.6" |
| Maybest time | 66°F | 42°F | 1.3" |
| Junbest time | 79°F | 53°F | 0.7" |
| Jul | 89°F | 62°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 87°F | 61°F | 0.3" |
| Sep | 78°F | 52°F | 0.6" |
| Oct | 62°F | 38°F | 1.1" |
| Nov | 48°F | 28°F | 1.3" |
| Dec | 36°F | 20°F | 2.6" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Utah. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of bold jumping spiders in Utah peak in May, when 690 of the year's 2,948 verified observations are logged — about 23.4% 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 17 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 Utah 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 Utah
- Bryce Canyon National Park — National Park
- Capitol Reef National Park — National Park
- Cedar Breaks National Monument — National Monument
- Dinosaur National Monument — National Monument
- Zion National Park — National Park
- Arches National Park — National Park
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bold jumping spiders in Utah?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, April and June, based on 2,948 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bold jumping spiders hardest to see in Utah?+
January is the quietest month for bold jumping spiders in Utah, with only 17 verified records.
Are bold jumping spiders active year-round in Utah?+
Bold jumping spiders are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Utah, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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