Based on 1,542 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Washington, Painted Lady is most often recorded in May; in Washington it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #7 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Painted Lady in Washington by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Washington in May
Echo Azure
Pale Swallowtail
Boisduval's Blue
Western Tiger Swallowtail
Small White
Common Ringlet
Anise Swallowtail
Lorquin's Admiral
Places to look in Washington
National ForestGifford Pinchot National Forest
National ForestOlympic National Forest
State ParkPeace Arch Park
National ForestColville National Forest
National ForestMount Baker–Snoqualmie National Forest
Botanical GardenBellevue Botanical Garden
FAQ
When does Painted Lady appear in Washington?
Mainly April–August, with the most records in May.
How common is Painted Lady in Washington?
It ranks #7 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Washington (1,542 records in our sample).