Pest Forecast for Rock County, Wisconsin

Rock County, Wisconsin · Pop. 163,687

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MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Rock County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Spiders (85), Ticks (85), Mosquitoes (68).

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

Current Weather Conditions

64.3°F

Temperature

Feels like 65.3°F

90%

Humidity

Dewpoint 61.3°F

0.004"

Rain (24h)

7-day: 0.51"

6.8 mph

Wind

Gusts 13.6 mph

63.2°F

Soil Temperature

Active pest zone

37%

Soil Moisture

Saturated

0.48"

Rain (3-day)

0.51"

Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Rock County area · Updated Oct 1, 9:02 PM

30-Day Weather Summary

73.8°F

Avg High

↓ vs avg

7.1"

Total Rainfall

19 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today

Oct 1

65°

57°

95%

0.429" rain

Fri

Oct 2

59°

47°

Sat

Oct 3

65°

42°

Sun

Oct 4

67°

48°

Mon

Oct 5

61°

44°

Tue

Oct 6

64°

43°

Wed

Oct 7

66°

50°

0.094" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Rock County

Spiders

Steady

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SEVERE

Humidity at 90% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Ticks

Steady

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SEVERE

Temps of 64.3°F are in the tick questing range.

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Mosquitoes

Steady

/100

HIGH

Warm temps (64.3°F) support mosquito activity.

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Termites

Steady

/100

MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Ants

Steady

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MODERATE

Warm conditions (64.3°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Wasps

Steady

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MODERATE

Current temps (64.3°F) are limiting wasp activity.

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Mice & Rats

Steady

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LOW

Mild temps (64.3°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Rock County

Pest	Today	Fri	Sat
Spiders	85 🔴	93 🔴 +8	93 🔴 +8
Ticks	85 🔴	90 🔴 +5	90 🔴 +5
Mosquitoes	68 🟠	68 🟠	68 🟠
Termites	55 🟡	55 🟡	55 🟡
Ants	50 🟡	50 🟡	50 🟡
Wasps	42 🟡	42 🟡	42 🟡
Mice & Rats	15 🟢	20 🟢 +5	20 🟢 +5

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

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Spiders risk is SEVERE (85/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

Pest Seasonality in Rock 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	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)

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Pest FAQ for Rock County

What pests are active in Rock County right now?

Currently active pests in Rock County: Spiders (severe risk, score 85/100), Ticks (severe risk, score 85/100), Mosquitoes (high risk, score 68/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 55/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 50/100), Wasps (moderate risk, score 42/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.

When is the best time for pest control in Rock County?

Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in Rock 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 Rock County?

Average pest control costs in Rock 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 Rock County?

Rock 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 Rock 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.