Pest Forecast for Vilas County, Wisconsin

Vilas County, Wisconsin · Pop. 22,196

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MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Vilas County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Wasps (78), Termites (45), Ants (40). Warm temperatures are supporting pest activity.

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

Current Weather Conditions

83.3°F

Temperature

Feels like 81.1°F

45%

Humidity

Dewpoint 59.7°F

Rain (24h)

7-day: 0.06"

12.8 mph

Wind

Gusts 26.4 mph

77.2°F

Soil Temperature

Active pest zone

Soil Moisture

Dry

Rain (3-day)

0.06"

Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Vilas County area · Updated Jul 21, 12:06 AM

30-Day Weather Summary

79.3°F

Avg High

↑ vs avg

2.8"

Total Rainfall

14 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today

Jul 21

69°

55°

15%

0.028" rain

Wed

Jul 22

68°

53°

Thu

Jul 23

79°

49°

Fri

Jul 24

82°

58°

Sat

Jul 25

82°

57°

30%

0.031" rain

Sun

Jul 26

85°

60°

30%

0.075" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Vilas County

Wasps

Steady

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HIGH

Warm temps (83.3°F) fuel peak wasp foraging.

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Termites

Steady

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MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Ants

Steady

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MODERATE

Warm conditions (83.3°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Ticks

Steady

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MODERATE

Heat at 83.3°F is reducing tick surface activity.

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Mosquitoes

Steady

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LOW

Warm temps (83.3°F) support mosquito activity.

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Spiders

Steady

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LOW

Moderate conditions are keeping spider activity normal.

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Mice & Rats

Steady

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LOW

Mild temps (83.3°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Vilas County

Pest	Today	Wed	Thu
Wasps	78 🟠	78 🟠	78 🟠
Termites	45 🟡	45 🟡	45 🟡
Ants	40 🟡	40 🟡	40 🟡
Ticks	40 🟡	45 🟡 +5	45 🟡 +5
Mosquitoes	25 🟢	25 🟢	25 🟢
Spiders	5 🟢	8 🟢 +3	8 🟢 +3
Mice & Rats	0 🟢	5 🟢 +5	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 Vilas 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 Vilas County

What pests are active in Vilas County right now?

Currently active pests in Vilas County: Wasps (high risk, score 78/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 45/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 40/100), Ticks (moderate risk, score 40/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.

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

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

Average pest control costs in Vilas 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 Vilas County?

Vilas 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 Vilas 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.