Pest Forecast for La Crosse County, Wisconsin

La Crosse County, Wisconsin · Pop. 120,784

47
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

La Crosse County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Ticks (60), Wasps (60), Spiders (55). Warm temperatures are supporting pest activity.

Last updated: July 21, 2026 · Source: Open-Meteo Professional Weather Data

Current Weather Conditions

75.8°F
Temperature
Feels like 79.2°F
81%
Humidity
Dewpoint 69.5°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 0.2"
10.1 mph
Wind
Gusts 17.9 mph
75.7°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
20%
Soil Moisture
Dry
0.19"
Rain (3-day)
0.2"
Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for La Crosse County area · Updated Jul 21, 3:03 AM

30-Day Weather Summary

82.3°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
6.44"
Total Rainfall
20 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Jul 21
76°
63°
1%
16
Wed
Jul 22
71°
55°
Thu
Jul 23
75°
51°
1%
Fri
Jul 24
76°
56°
1%
Sat
Jul 25
79°
57°
13%
Sun
Jul 26
87°
67°
13%
0.035" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for La Crosse County

Ticks
Steady
60
/100
HIGH

Temps of 75.8°F are in the tick questing range.

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Wasps
Steady
60
/100
HIGH

Warm temps (75.8°F) fuel peak wasp foraging.

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Spiders
Steady
55
/100
MODERATE

Humidity at 81% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Termites
Steady
55
/100
MODERATE

Warm (75.8°F) and humid (81%) soil supports termite activity.

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Ants
Steady
50
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (75.8°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
45
/100
MODERATE

Warm temps (75.8°F) support mosquito activity.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
5
/100
LOW

Mild temps (75.8°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for La Crosse County

Pest TodayWedThu
60 🟠65 🟠 +565 🟠 +5
60 🟠60 🟠60 🟠
55 🟡58 🟡 +358 🟡 +3
55 🟡55 🟡55 🟡
50 🟡50 🟡50 🟡
45 🟡45 🟡45 🟡
5 🟢5 🟢10 🟢 +5

Projected from Open-Meteo forecast data. Actual scores update every 3 hours.

Need Pest Control in La Crosse County?

Ticks risk is HIGH (60/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

10 homeowners in La Crosse County have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in La Crosse County

Month Active Pests
Jan Mice/Rats (indoor), Spiders (indoor)
Feb Mice/Rats (indoor)
Mar Ants (early), Termites (swarm season starts)
Apr Ticks (season starts), Ants, Termites
May Ticks (peak nymphs), Mosquitoes (start), Ants
Jun Ticks (peak), Mosquitoes (surge), Wasps (nest building)
Jul ← Now Mosquitoes (peak), Ticks, Wasps
Aug Mosquitoes (peak), Wasps (peak), Spiders (increase)
Sep Wasps (aggressive), Spiders, Mice (seeking warmth)
Oct Mice/Rats (peak intrusion), Spiders (indoor)
Nov Mice/Rats (indoor)
Dec Mice/Rats (indoor)

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Pest FAQ for La Crosse County

What pests are active in La Crosse County right now?
Currently active pests in La Crosse County: Ticks (high risk, score 60/100), Wasps (high risk, score 60/100), Spiders (moderate risk, score 55/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 55/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 50/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 45/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.
Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in La Crosse County. This is when pest populations are lowest and treatments can prevent infestations before they start. For mosquitoes and ticks, treatments in May before peak season are especially cost-effective.
Average pest control costs in La Crosse County range from $150-$300 for a one-time treatment and $40-$70/month for ongoing quarterly service. Termite treatments are higher, typically $1,500-$5,000. Mosquito yard treatments run $75-$100 per application. Get free quotes from local pros through our platform.
La Crosse County sees all 7 tracked pest types seasonally: ticks (Apr-Oct), mosquitoes (May-Sep), ants (spring-summer, especially after rain), wasps (Jun-Sep), spiders (year-round, peak indoors in fall), mice/rats (peak Oct-Mar), and termites (swarm season Mar-Jun). Use our forecasts to see what's active right now.
Most Wisconsin homeowners benefit from quarterly pest control service. During peak season (May-September), monthly treatments may be recommended for mosquitoes and ticks. Year-round quarterly service provides the best value for comprehensive protection against seasonal pests.

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