Pest Forecast for La Crosse County, Wisconsin

La Crosse County, Wisconsin · Pop. 120,784

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MODERATE OVERALL RISK

La Crosse County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Wasps (78), Spiders (63), Ticks (55). Warm temperatures are supporting pest activity.

Last updated: June 6, 2026 · Source: Open-Meteo Professional Weather Data

Current Weather Conditions

78.7°F

Temperature

Feels like 85.1°F

70%

Humidity

Dewpoint 68.1°F

Rain (24h)

7-day: 0.21"

5.8 mph

Wind

Gusts 7.6 mph

82.3°F

Soil Temperature

Active pest zone

18%

Soil Moisture

Dry

0.09"

Rain (3-day)

0.21"

Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for La Crosse County area · Updated Jun 5, 7:02 PM

30-Day Weather Summary

70.9°F

Avg High

↑ vs avg

3.36"

Total Rainfall

14 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today

Jun 6

85°

62°

26%

0.008" rain

Sun

Jun 7

79°

63°

23%

0.24" rain

Mon

Jun 8

75°

65°

87%

0.366" rain

Tue

Jun 9

81°

67°

37%

0.146" rain

Wed

Jun 10

88°

73°

18%

0.028" rain

Thu

Jun 11

85°

70°

31%

0.138" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for La Crosse County

Wasps

Steady

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HIGH

Warm temps (78.7°F) fuel peak wasp foraging.

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Spiders

Steady

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HIGH

Humidity at 70% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Ticks

Steady

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MODERATE

Temps of 78.7°F are in the tick questing range.

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Ants

Steady

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MODERATE

Warm conditions (78.7°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Termites

Steady

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MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Mosquitoes

Steady

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MODERATE

Warm temps (78.7°F) support mosquito activity.

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Mice & Rats

Steady

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LOW

Mild temps (78.7°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for La Crosse County

Pest	Today	Sun	Mon
Wasps	78 🟠	83 🔴 +5	75 🟠 -3
Spiders	63 🟠	66 🟠 +3	66 🟠 +3
Ticks	55 🟡	60 🟠 +5	65 🟠 +10
Ants	50 🟡	55 🟡 +5	65 🟠 +15
Termites	50 🟡	63 🟠 +13	63 🟠 +13
Mosquitoes	48 🟡	56 🟡 +8	56 🟡 +8
Mice & Rats	0 🟢	0 🟢	5 🟢 +5

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

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Wasps risk is HIGH (78/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

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 ← Now	Ticks (peak), Mosquitoes (surge), Wasps (nest building)
Jul	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: Wasps (high risk, score 78/100), Spiders (high risk, score 63/100), Ticks (moderate risk, score 55/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 50/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 50/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 48/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.

When is the best time for pest control in La Crosse County?

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.

How much does pest control cost in La Crosse County?

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.

Which pests are most common in La Crosse County?

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.

How often should I get pest control in La Crosse County?

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.