Pest Forecast for Columbia County, Wisconsin

Columbia County, Wisconsin · Pop. 57,532

50
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Columbia County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Ticks (75), Spiders (62), Ants (55).

Last updated: October 2, 2026 · Source: Open-Meteo Professional Weather Data

Current Weather Conditions

55.3°F
Temperature
Feels like 51°F
76%
Humidity
Dewpoint 47.9°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 1.76"
8.9 mph
Wind
Gusts 16.8 mph
55°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
21%
Soil Moisture
Dry
1.73"
Rain (3-day)
1.76"
Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Columbia County area · Updated Oct 2, 3:03 AM

30-Day Weather Summary

72.2°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
5.87"
Total Rainfall
16 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Oct 2
58°
45°
Sat
Oct 3
59°
42°
4%
Sun
Oct 4
66°
48°
3%
Mon
Oct 5
62°
42°
Tue
Oct 6
64°
42°
0.008" rain
Wed
Oct 7
67°
50°
8%
0.335" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Columbia County

Ticks
Steady
75
/100
HIGH

Temps of 55.3°F are in the tick questing range.

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Spiders
Steady
62
/100
HIGH

Humidity at 76% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Ants
Steady
55
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (55.3°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
53
/100
MODERATE

Cool temps (55.3°F) are limiting mosquito flights.

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Termites
Steady
45
/100
MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Wasps
Steady
32
/100
MODERATE

Current temps (55.3°F) are limiting wasp activity.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
25
/100
LOW

Mild temps (55.3°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Columbia County

Pest TodaySatSun
Ticks
75 🟠80 🔴 +580 🔴 +5
Spiders
62 🟠70 🟠 +865 🟠 +3
Ants
55 🟡55 🟡55 🟡
Mosquitoes
53 🟡53 🟡53 🟡
Termites
45 🟡45 🟡45 🟡
Wasps
32 🟡32 🟡32 🟡
Mice & Rats
25 🟢30 🟡 +530 🟡 +5

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

Need Pest Control in Columbia County?

Ticks risk is HIGH (75/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

10 homeowners in Columbia County have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in Columbia 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)

Nearby Cities

DeForest
48/100 🟡
Waunakee
47/100 🟡
Sun Prairie
44/100 🟡
Madison
47/100 🟡
Baraboo
53/100 🟡
Middleton
49/100 🟡
Cottage Grove
45/100 🟡
Verona
52/100 🟡

Pest FAQ for Columbia County

What pests are active in Columbia County right now?
Currently active pests in Columbia County: Ticks (high risk, score 75/100), Spiders (high risk, score 62/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 55/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 53/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 45/100), Wasps (moderate risk, score 32/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.
Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in Columbia 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.
Average pest control costs in Columbia 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.
Columbia 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.
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.

Columbia County Pest Forecast by Type

Ticks
75/100 · high
Mosquitoes
53/100 · moderate
Ants
55/100 · moderate
Wasps
32/100 · moderate
Spiders
62/100 · high
Mice & Rats
25/100 · low
Termites
45/100 · moderate

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