Best Time to See Bold Jumping Spiders in Wyoming
May, October and June is the best time to see bold jumping spiders in Wyoming. Based on 152 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when bold jumping spiders are most active across the year in Wyoming.
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 · ursusarctoshorribilis CC BY-ND
Bold Jumping Spider · Austin Saunders CC BY
Bold Jumping Spider · ursusarctoshorribilis CC BY-ND
152 verified observations of bold jumping spiders in Wyoming, recorded across 11 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When bold jumping spiders are recorded in Wyoming
Peak month
May
35 records (23% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1 | 0.7% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 7 | 4.6% |
| April | 9 | 5.9% |
| Maypeak | 35 | 23% |
| Junepeak | 22 | 14.5% |
| July | 13 | 8.6% |
| August | 18 | 11.8% |
| September | 19 | 12.5% |
| Octoberpeak | 24 | 15.8% |
| November | 2 | 1.3% |
| December | 2 | 1.3% |
Bold Jumping Spiders you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Bold Jumping Spider | 152 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Wyoming
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 74 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°F | 15°F | 0.9" |
| Feb | 25°F | 9°F | 0.7" |
| Mar | 35°F | 19°F | 1.6" |
| Apr | 45°F | 26°F | 1.9" |
| Maybest time | 60°F | 40°F | 2.3" |
| Junbest time | 74°F | 52°F | 1.7" |
| Jul | 84°F | 60°F | 0.3" |
| Aug | 82°F | 58°F | 0.9" |
| Sep | 72°F | 50°F | 0.8" |
| Octbest time | 51°F | 33°F | 1.9" |
| Nov | 40°F | 24°F | 0.7" |
| Dec | 30°F | 17°F | 0.5" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Wyoming. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
Sightings of bold jumping spiders in Wyoming peak in May, when 35 of the year's 152 verified observations are logged — about 23% of the annual total. Activity stays high through May, October and June.
The quietest stretch is February and January, when bold jumping spiders are hardest to find — no verified records exist for February. 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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming
- Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area — National Recreation Area
- Devils Tower National Monument — National Monument
- Fossil Butte National Monument — National Monument
- Grand Teton National Park — National Park
- Yellowstone National Park — National Park
- California National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see bold jumping spiders in Wyoming?+
May is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through May, October and June, based on 152 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are bold jumping spiders hardest to see in Wyoming?+
February is the quietest month for bold jumping spiders in Wyoming, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are bold jumping spiders active year-round in Wyoming?+
Bold jumping spiders are recorded in 11 of 12 months in Wyoming, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in May.
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