Pest Forecast for Madison, Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin · Dane County County · Pop. 269,840

53
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Madison is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Ticks (85), Spiders (73), Mosquitoes (65).

Last updated: October 1, 2026 · Source: Open-Meteo Professional Weather Data

Current Weather Conditions

64.5°F
Temperature
Feels like 66.6°F
92%
Humidity
Dewpoint 62.1°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 0.32"
4.9 mph
Wind
Gusts 9.6 mph
63.4°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
33%
Soil Moisture
Moist
0.3"
Rain (3-day)
0.32"
Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Madison area · Updated Oct 1, 9:01 PM

30-Day Weather Summary

72.7°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
6.65"
Total Rainfall
19 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Oct 1
66°
56°
100%
0.835" rain
16
Fri
Oct 2
58°
47°
17
Sat
Oct 3
64°
43°
1%
Sun
Oct 4
66°
49°
3%
Mon
Oct 5
61°
43°
Tue
Oct 6
64°
42°
Wed
Oct 7
66°
51°
7%
0.071" rain
17

All Pest Risk Scores for Madison

Ticks
Steady
85
/100
SEVERE

Temps of 64.5°F are in the tick questing range.

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Spiders
Steady
73
/100
HIGH

Humidity at 92% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
65
/100
HIGH

Warm temps (64.5°F) support mosquito activity.

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Termites
Steady
50
/100
MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Wasps
Steady
42
/100
MODERATE

Current temps (64.5°F) are limiting wasp activity.

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Ants
Steady
40
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (64.5°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
15
/100
LOW

Mild temps (64.5°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Madison

Pest TodayFriSat
Ticks
85 🔴90 🔴 +590 🔴 +5
Spiders
73 🟠81 🔴 +881 🔴 +8
Mosquitoes
65 🟠65 🟠65 🟠
Termites
50 🟡50 🟡50 🟡
Wasps
42 🟡42 🟡42 🟡
Ants
40 🟡40 🟡40 🟡
Mice & Rats
15 🟢20 🟢 +520 🟢 +5

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

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Ticks risk is SEVERE (85/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

11 homeowners in Madison have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in Madison

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 Mosquitoes (peak), Ticks, Wasps
Aug Mosquitoes (peak), Wasps (peak), Spiders (increase)
Sep Wasps (aggressive), Spiders, Mice (seeking warmth)
Oct ← Now Mice/Rats (peak intrusion), Spiders (indoor)
Nov Mice/Rats (indoor)
Dec Mice/Rats (indoor)

Pest Control Companies in Madison

Kwik Kill Pest Control
Madison
+1 608-228-8899
Elite Pest Solutions, LLC
Madison
+1 608-622-9688
Fenix Pest Control, Inc.
Madison
+1 608-291-6008
Rove Pest Control
Madison
+1 608-618-1966
Greenix Pest Control
Madison
+1 608-313-7987

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52/100 🟡
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51/100 🟡
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54/100 🟡
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57/100 🟡
Verona
50/100 🟡
DeForest
50/100 🟡
Cottage Grove
50/100 🟡
Sun Prairie
49/100 🟡

Pest FAQ for Madison

What pests are active in Madison right now?
Currently active pests in Madison: Ticks (severe risk, score 85/100), Spiders (high risk, score 73/100), Mosquitoes (high risk, score 65/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 50/100), Wasps (moderate risk, score 42/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 40/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.
Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in Madison. 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 Madison 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.
Madison 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.

Madison Pest Forecast by Type

Ticks
85/100 · severe
Mosquitoes
65/100 · high
Ants
40/100 · moderate
Wasps
42/100 · moderate
Spiders
73/100 · high
Mice & Rats
15/100 · low
Termites
50/100 · moderate

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