Pest Forecast for Monroe County, Wisconsin

Monroe County, Wisconsin · Pop. 46,253

46
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Monroe County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Wasps (78), Spiders (63), Termites (50). Warm temperatures are supporting pest activity.

Last updated: June 5, 2026 · Source: Open-Meteo Professional Weather Data

Current Weather Conditions

77.9°F
Temperature
Feels like 83.2°F
69%
Humidity
Dewpoint 66.9°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 0.2"
6.2 mph
Wind
Gusts 8.3 mph
79.3°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
19%
Soil Moisture
Dry
0.08"
Rain (3-day)
0.2"
Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Monroe County area · Updated Jun 5, 7:03 PM

30-Day Weather Summary

71.4°F
Avg High
↑ vs avg
3.69"
Total Rainfall
13 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Jun 5
79°
65°
25%
Sat
Jun 6
84°
62°
27%
0.008" rain
Sun
Jun 7
78°
63°
9%
0.047" rain
16
Mon
Jun 8
74°
61°
87%
0.37" rain
Tue
Jun 9
81°
66°
44%
0.102" rain
Wed
Jun 10
88°
70°
18%
0.008" rain
17
Thu
Jun 11
86°
71°
30%
0.035" rain
17

All Pest Risk Scores for Monroe County

Wasps
Steady
78
/100
HIGH

Warm temps (77.9°F) fuel peak wasp foraging.

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Spiders
Steady
63
/100
HIGH

Humidity at 69% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Termites
Steady
50
/100
MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
48
/100
MODERATE

Warm temps (77.9°F) support mosquito activity.

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Ants
Steady
40
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (77.9°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Ticks
Steady
40
/100
MODERATE

Temps of 77.9°F are in the tick questing range.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
0
/100
LOW

Mild temps (77.9°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Monroe County

Pest TodaySatSun
Wasps
78 🟠83 🔴 +583 🔴 +5
Spiders
63 🟠66 🟠 +366 🟠 +3
Termites
50 🟡55 🟡 +555 🟡 +5
Mosquitoes
48 🟡56 🟡 +856 🟡 +8
Ants
40 🟡45 🟡 +545 🟡 +5
Ticks
40 🟡45 🟡 +545 🟡 +5
Mice & Rats
0 🟢0 🟢0 🟢

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

Need Pest Control in Monroe County?

Wasps risk is HIGH (78/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

10 homeowners in Monroe County have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in Monroe 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 ← Now 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 Mice/Rats (peak intrusion), Spiders (indoor)
Nov Mice/Rats (indoor)
Dec Mice/Rats (indoor)

Nearby Cities

La Crosse
54/100 🟡
Marshfield
41/100 🟡
Baraboo
21/100 🟢
Altoona
46/100 🟡
Eau Claire
26/100 🟢
Waunakee
23/100 🟢
Middleton
57/100 🟡
Wausau
43/100 🟡

Pest FAQ for Monroe County

What pests are active in Monroe County right now?
Currently active pests in Monroe County: Wasps (high risk, score 78/100), Spiders (high risk, score 63/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 50/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 48/100), 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 Monroe 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 Monroe 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.
Monroe 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.

Monroe County Pest Forecast by Type

Ticks
40/100 · moderate
Mosquitoes
48/100 · moderate
Ants
40/100 · moderate
Wasps
78/100 · high
Spiders
63/100 · high
Mice & Rats
0/100 · low
Termites
50/100 · moderate

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