Termite Risk in La Crosse After Rain

La Crosse, Wisconsin · La Crosse County

No Significant Rain Detected

Current conditions in La Crosse do not meet the threshold for this alert. View the full termite forecast for current conditions.

Termite Risk Summary for La Crosse

Termite risk in La Crosse, Wisconsin is following recent rainfall rated low with a score of 20 out of 100. This is because humidity is elevated. Conditions may change as weather patterns shift.

Score: 20/100 Level: LOW Trend: steady Live data · Oct 2

14-Day Termite Risk Trend

Daily scores from our weather-driven model for La Crosse. Each point is that day's computed risk.

Why Termite Risk Is Low in La Crosse

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Current Weather Conditions

Temp

49.7°F

H:58.5° L:44.6°

Humidity

80%

Rain 24h

0"

Wind

2.9 mph

Source: Open-Meteo professional weather data for La Crosse area

3-Day Forecast

3-Day Termite Outlook

Today

56°/42°F

None

LOW 23

Tomorrow

59°/45°F

20% chance

LOW 26

Day 3

62°/48°F

10% chance

LOW 29

How to Reduce Termite Risk Around Your La Crosse Home

• Eliminate wood-to-soil contact around your foundation
• Fix leaks and improve drainage to reduce soil moisture near the foundation
• Store firewood at least 20 feet from your home and elevated off the ground
• Ensure gutters and downspouts direct water away from your foundation
• Remove dead stumps, buried wood, and cellulose debris from your yard
• Maintain a termite monitoring system around your property perimeter
• Schedule annual professional termite inspections — damage can be hidden for years

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Termite Forecasts Near La Crosse

Eau Claire

10

Middleton

45

Altoona

10

New Richmond

10

Baraboo

35

Marshfield

20

Other Pests in La Crosse

Ticks

High risk · Score: 70/100

Mosquitoes

Low risk · Score: 25/100

Ants

Low risk · Score: 15/100

Wasps

Low risk · Score: 20/100

Spiders

Moderate risk · Score: 48/100

Mice & Rats

Moderate risk · Score: 30/100

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Termite FAQ for La Crosse

What is the current termite risk in La Crosse?

Termite risk in La Crosse is low with a score of 20/100. Warm, moist soil conditions drive subterranean termite activity.

When is termite swarming season in La Crosse?

Termite swarms in La Crosse typically occur March through June, triggered by warm rain events when soil temperatures reach 65°F+. Swarmers are often the first visible sign of an infestation.

How do I know if I have termites in La Crosse?

Signs include mud tubes along foundations, hollow-sounding wood, discarded wings near windows, and frass (termite droppings). Damage is often hidden — annual inspections are strongly recommended.

How much damage can termites cause in La Crosse?

Termites cause billions in damage nationally each year. A typical La Crosse home with an established termite colony can suffer $3,000-$8,000+ in damage before detection. Annual inspection costs $75-150 and is well worth it.

Termite Control Pros Near La Crosse

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+1 608-881-0009

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La Crosse, WI

+1 608-784-8866

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