Pest Forecast for Watertown, Wisconsin

Watertown, Wisconsin · Jefferson County County · Pop. 24,000

44
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Watertown is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Ticks (70), Ants (50), Spiders (50). Warm temperatures are supporting pest activity.

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

Current Weather Conditions

74.2°F
Temperature
Feels like 75.8°F
77%
Humidity
Dewpoint 66.5°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 0"
10.8 mph
Wind
Gusts 21.7 mph
74.3°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
20%
Soil Moisture
Dry
0"
Rain (3-day)
0"
Rain (7-day)

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

30-Day Weather Summary

82.1°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
5.14"
Total Rainfall
15 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Jul 21
80°
65°
13%
18
Wed
Jul 22
68°
55°
Thu
Jul 23
74°
51°
Fri
Jul 24
76°
56°
Sat
Jul 25
78°
57°
9%
Sun
Jul 26
86°
65°
15%
0.059" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Watertown

Ticks
Steady
70
/100
HIGH

Temps of 74.2°F are in the tick questing range.

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Ants
Steady
50
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (74.2°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Spiders
Steady
50
/100
MODERATE

Humidity at 77% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
45
/100
MODERATE

Warm temps (74.2°F) support mosquito activity.

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Termites
Steady
45
/100
MODERATE

Warm (74.2°F) and humid (77%) soil supports termite activity.

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Wasps
Steady
45
/100
MODERATE

Warm temps (74.2°F) fuel peak wasp foraging.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
5
/100
LOW

Mild temps (74.2°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Watertown

Pest TodayWedThu
70 🟠75 🟠 +575 🟠 +5
50 🟡50 🟡50 🟡
50 🟡53 🟡 +353 🟡 +3
45 🟡45 🟡45 🟡
45 🟡45 🟡45 🟡
45 🟡45 🟡45 🟡
5 🟢10 🟢 +510 🟢 +5

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

Need Pest Control in Watertown?

Ticks risk is HIGH (70/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

14 homeowners in Watertown have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in Watertown

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)

Pest Control Companies in Watertown

PIP Pest Control ⭐ FEATURED
Mukwonago · 10+ years

Family-owned. Locally operated. PIP delivers science-backed pest prevention and elimination across all of Waukesha County — because the best pest problem is one that never starts. PIP stands for Preventative Insect Provisions — and that name is intentional. My approach focuses on prevention over reaction. Instead of waiting for an infestation and then charging you to fix it, I build treatment plans designed to stop pest problems before they start. That means thorough inspections, targeted applications at the right times of year, exclusion recommendations, and ongoing monitoring — not just a quarterly spray.

(262) 893-5271
Badger Pest Control
Watertown · 5+ years

Badger Pest Control of Watertown, WI gives you effective, reliable, and complete pest control services. We have made it our priority and mission to provide effective and cost efficient management programs that are designed uniquely for your needs. We handle the removal and extermination of a wide variety of species. When we are done, you’ll always have peace of mind knowing you’ve been taken care of by reliable, knowledgeable and experienced professionals.

(920) 988-2085

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Pest FAQ for Watertown

What pests are active in Watertown right now?
Currently active pests in Watertown: Ticks (high risk, score 70/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 50/100), Spiders (moderate risk, score 50/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 45/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 45/100), Wasps (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 Watertown. 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 Watertown 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.
Watertown 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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