Pest Forecast for Sun Prairie, Wisconsin

Sun Prairie, Wisconsin · Dane County County · Pop. 35,747

44
/100
MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Sun Prairie is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Ticks (70), Spiders (67), Termites (55).

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

Current Weather Conditions

57.2°F
Temperature
Feels like 50.7°F
67%
Humidity
Dewpoint 46.3°F
0"
Rain (24h)
7-day: 0.91"
13 mph
Wind
Gusts 23.5 mph
55.8°F
Soil Temperature
Active pest zone
33%
Soil Moisture
Moist
0.87"
Rain (3-day)
0.91"
Rain (7-day)

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

30-Day Weather Summary

72°F
Avg High
↓ vs avg
7.26"
Total Rainfall
18 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today
Oct 2
58°
46°
1%
Sat
Oct 3
60°
43°
4%
Sun
Oct 4
66°
48°
3%
Mon
Oct 5
61°
42°
Tue
Oct 6
64°
42°
Wed
Oct 7
66°
49°
9%
0.165" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Sun Prairie

Ticks
Steady
70
/100
HIGH

Temps of 57.2°F are in the tick questing range.

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Spiders
Steady
67
/100
HIGH

Humidity at 67% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Termites
Steady
55
/100
MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Ants
Steady
45
/100
MODERATE

Warm conditions (57.2°F) keep ant foraging active.

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Wasps
Steady
35
/100
MODERATE

Current temps (57.2°F) are limiting wasp activity.

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Mosquitoes
Steady
25
/100
LOW

Cool temps (57.2°F) are limiting mosquito flights.

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Mice & Rats
Steady
10
/100
LOW

Mild temps (57.2°F) reduce indoor rodent pressure.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Sun Prairie

Pest TodaySatSun
Ticks
70 🟠75 🟠 +575 🟠 +5
Spiders
67 🟠75 🟠 +870 🟠 +3
Termites
55 🟡55 🟡55 🟡
Ants
45 🟡45 🟡45 🟡
Wasps
35 🟡35 🟡35 🟡
Mosquitoes
25 🟢25 🟢25 🟢
Mice & Rats
10 🟢15 🟢 +515 🟢 +5

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

Need Pest Control in Sun Prairie?

Ticks risk is HIGH (70/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

12 homeowners in Sun Prairie have requested inspections

Pest Seasonality in Sun Prairie

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 Sun Prairie

Terminix Wil-Kil
Sun Prairie
+1 877-851-1123
Mosquito Joe of Madison
Sun Prairie
+1 608-504-2131
Greenix Pest Control
Sun Prairie
+1 608-318-4598
Asa Pest Services llc
Sun Prairie
+1 608-228-1067
Jacksons Yard Care LLC
Sun Prairie
+1 608-480-6437

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51/100 🟡
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51/100 🟡

Pest FAQ for Sun Prairie

What pests are active in Sun Prairie right now?
Currently active pests in Sun Prairie: Ticks (high risk, score 70/100), Spiders (high risk, score 67/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 55/100), Ants (moderate risk, score 45/100), Wasps (moderate risk, score 35/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.
Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in Sun Prairie. 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 Sun Prairie 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.
Sun Prairie 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.

Sun Prairie Pest Forecast by Type

Ticks
70/100 · high
Mosquitoes
25/100 · low
Ants
45/100 · moderate
Wasps
35/100 · moderate
Spiders
67/100 · high
Mice & Rats
10/100 · low
Termites
55/100 · moderate

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