Pest Forecast for Lafayette County, Wisconsin

Lafayette County, Wisconsin · Pop. 16,665

51
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Lafayette County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Ticks (85), Spiders (72), Ants (55).

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

Current Weather Conditions

57.5°F
Temperature
Feels like 52.8°F
74%
Humidity
Dewpoint 49.3°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 1.09"
10.7 mph
Wind
Gusts 19.7 mph
56.3°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
33%
Soil Moisture
Moist
1.07"
Rain (3-day)
1.09"
Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Lafayette County area · Updated Oct 2, 3:04 AM

30-Day Weather Summary

73.3°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
7.15"
Total Rainfall
19 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Oct 2
60°
47°
1%
Sat
Oct 3
60°
42°
3%
Sun
Oct 4
66°
49°
Mon
Oct 5
62°
43°
Tue
Oct 6
63°
42°
Wed
Oct 7
67°
49°
6%
0.224" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Lafayette County

Ticks
Steady
85
/100
SEVERE

Temps of 57.5°F are in the tick questing range.

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Spiders
Steady
72
/100
HIGH

Humidity at 74% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Ants
Steady
55
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (57.5°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Termites
Steady
55
/100
MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
35
/100
MODERATE

Cool temps (57.5°F) are limiting mosquito flights.

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Wasps
Steady
32
/100
MODERATE

Current temps (57.5°F) are limiting wasp activity.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
20
/100
LOW

Mild temps (57.5°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Lafayette County

Pest TodaySatSun
Ticks
85 🔴90 🔴 +590 🔴 +5
Spiders
72 🟠80 🔴 +875 🟠 +3
Ants
55 🟡55 🟡55 🟡
Termites
55 🟡55 🟡55 🟡
Mosquitoes
35 🟡35 🟡35 🟡
Wasps
32 🟡32 🟡32 🟡
Mice & Rats
20 🟢25 🟢 +525 🟢 +5

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

Need Pest Control in Lafayette County?

Ticks risk is SEVERE (85/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

11 homeowners in Lafayette County have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in Lafayette 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)

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Pest FAQ for Lafayette County

What pests are active in Lafayette County right now?
Currently active pests in Lafayette County: Ticks (severe risk, score 85/100), Spiders (high risk, score 72/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 55/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 55/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 35/100), 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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.
Lafayette 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.

Lafayette County Pest Forecast by Type

Ticks
85/100 · severe
Mosquitoes
35/100 · moderate
Ants
55/100 · moderate
Wasps
32/100 · moderate
Spiders
72/100 · high
Mice & Rats
20/100 · low
Termites
55/100 · moderate

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