Pest Forecast for Jackson County, Wisconsin

Jackson County, Wisconsin · Pop. 20,643

37
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Jackson County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Wasps (58), Termites (55), Mosquitoes (53). Warm temperatures are supporting pest activity.

Last updated: August 4, 2026 · Source: Open-Meteo Professional Weather Data

Current Weather Conditions

82.2°F
Temperature
Feels like 81.2°F
43%
Humidity
Dewpoint 57.5°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 0.64"
8.1 mph
Wind
Gusts 13.9 mph
79.4°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
6%
Soil Moisture
Dry
0.02"
Rain (3-day)
0.64"
Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Jackson County area · Updated Aug 4, 12:03 AM

30-Day Weather Summary

83.8°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
2.38"
Total Rainfall
13 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Aug 4
80°
65°
15%
Wed
Aug 5
84°
59°
7%
Thu
Aug 6
88°
57°
2%
Fri
Aug 7
88°
63°
10%
0.008" rain
Sat
Aug 8
95°
67°
26%
Sun
Aug 9
89°
67°
26%
0.012" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Jackson County

Wasps
Steady
58
/100
MODERATE

Warm temps (82.2°F) fuel peak wasp foraging.

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Termites
Steady
55
/100
MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
53
/100
MODERATE

Warm temps (82.2°F) support mosquito activity.

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Ants
Steady
40
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (82.2°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Ticks
Steady
40
/100
MODERATE

Heat at 82.2°F is reducing tick surface activity.

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Spiders
Steady
10
/100
LOW

Moderate conditions are keeping spider activity normal.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
0
/100
LOW

Mild temps (82.2°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Jackson County

Pest TodayWedThu
Wasps
58 🟡63 🟠 +563 🟠 +5
Termites
55 🟡60 🟠 +560 🟠 +5
Mosquitoes
53 🟡61 🟠 +861 🟠 +8
Ants
40 🟡45 🟡 +545 🟡 +5
Ticks
40 🟡45 🟡 +545 🟡 +5
Spiders
10 🟢13 🟢 +313 🟢 +3
Mice & Rats
0 🟢0 🟢0 🟢

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

Need Pest Control in Jackson County?

Wasps risk is MODERATE (58/100)

Preventive treatment now can avoid costly infestations later.

11 homeowners in Jackson County have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in Jackson 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 ← Now 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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46/100 🟡
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36/100 🟡
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35/100 🟡
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35/100 🟡
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35/100 🟡
Baraboo
53/100 🟡
Waunakee
57/100 🟡
Middleton
57/100 🟡

Pest FAQ for Jackson County

What pests are active in Jackson County right now?
Currently active pests in Jackson County: Wasps (moderate risk, score 58/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 55/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 53/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 40/100), Ticks (moderate risk, score 40/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.
Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in Jackson 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 Jackson 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.
Jackson 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.

Jackson County Pest Forecast by Type

Ticks
40/100 · moderate
Mosquitoes
53/100 · moderate
Ants
40/100 · moderate
Wasps
58/100 · moderate
Spiders
10/100 · low
Mice & Rats
0/100 · low
Termites
55/100 · moderate

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