Pest Forecast for La Crosse, Wisconsin

La Crosse, Wisconsin · La Crosse County County · Pop. 52,680

41
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

La Crosse is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Spiders (73), Ticks (65), Termites (40).

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

Current Weather Conditions

53.9°F
Temperature
Feels like 52.2°F
72%
Humidity
Dewpoint 45.1°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 0.13"
1.2 mph
Wind
Gusts 1.3 mph
57.7°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
30%
Soil Moisture
Moist
0.13"
Rain (3-day)
0.13"
Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for La Crosse area · Updated Oct 2, 3:02 AM

30-Day Weather Summary

73.1°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
8.13"
Total Rainfall
18 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Oct 2
59°
45°
1%
Sat
Oct 3
60°
46°
9%
Sun
Oct 4
67°
49°
9%
Mon
Oct 5
66°
42°
Tue
Oct 6
67°
43°
1%
16
Wed
Oct 7
75°
53°
6%
0.035" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for La Crosse

Spiders
Steady
73
/100
HIGH

Humidity at 72% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Ticks
Steady
65
/100
HIGH

Temps of 53.9°F are in the tick questing range.

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Termites
Steady
40
/100
MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
30
/100
MODERATE

Cool temps (53.9°F) are limiting mosquito flights.

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Wasps
Steady
30
/100
MODERATE

Current temps (53.9°F) are limiting wasp activity.

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Ants
Steady
25
/100
LOW

Cool temps are reducing ant foraging activity.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
25
/100
LOW

Cold temps (53.9°F) are pushing rodents indoors.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for La Crosse

Pest TodaySatSun
Spiders
73 🟠81 🔴 +876 🟠 +3
Ticks
65 🟠70 🟠 +570 🟠 +5
Termites
40 🟡40 🟡40 🟡
Mosquitoes
30 🟡30 🟡30 🟡
Wasps
30 🟡30 🟡30 🟡
Ants
25 🟢25 🟢25 🟢
Mice & Rats
25 🟢30 🟡 +530 🟡 +5

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

Need Pest Control in La Crosse?

Spiders risk is HIGH (73/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

13 homeowners in La Crosse have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in La Crosse

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)

Pest Control Companies in La Crosse

Orkin
La Crosse
+1 608-881-0009
DeBoer Pest Control
La Crosse
+1 608-784-8866
Affordable Termite and Pest Control
La Crosse
+1 608-792-0218
A-1 Pest Control
La Crosse
+1 608-781-1507
LAX Lawn Care
La Crosse
+1 608-250-9116

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Nearby Cities

Altoona
28/100 🟢
Eau Claire
32/100 🟡
Marshfield
33/100 🟡
Baraboo
53/100 🟡
New Richmond
33/100 🟡
Middleton
49/100 🟡
Waunakee
47/100 🟡
Verona
52/100 🟡

Pest FAQ for La Crosse

What pests are active in La Crosse right now?
Currently active pests in La Crosse: Spiders (high risk, score 73/100), Ticks (high risk, score 65/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 40/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 30/100), Wasps (moderate risk, score 30/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.
Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in La Crosse. 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 La Crosse 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.
La Crosse 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.

La Crosse Pest Forecast by Type

Ticks
65/100 · high
Mosquitoes
30/100 · moderate
Ants
25/100 · low
Wasps
30/100 · moderate
Spiders
73/100 · high
Mice & Rats
25/100 · low
Termites
40/100 · moderate

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