If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing whales up close, now is your moment. May has arrived in Southern California, and it’s brought with it some of the most spectacular marine wildlife sightings of the year. Just this past weekend, multiple humpback whales, a handful of majestic fin whales, and thousands of dolphins were spotted just off the coast. Which means now is the perfect time for whale watching in California. Unlike the busier, tourist-heavy months of summer, May is ideal.