Pest Forecast for Waupaca County, Wisconsin

Waupaca County, Wisconsin · Pop. 52,437

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MODERATE OVERALL RISK

Waupaca County is currently experiencing moderate overall pest risk. Most active: Spiders (95), Ticks (75), Termites (40).

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

Current Weather Conditions

54.3°F

Temperature

Feels like 49.8°F

70%

Humidity

Dewpoint 44.7°F

Rain (24h)

7-day: 0.47"

7.3 mph

Wind

Gusts 15.4 mph

51.9°F

Soil Temperature

Active pest zone

31%

Soil Moisture

Moist

0.45"

Rain (3-day)

0.47"

Rain (7-day)

Source: Open-Meteo weather models for Waupaca County area · Updated Oct 2, 3:03 AM

30-Day Weather Summary

71.8°F

Avg High

↓ vs avg

4.26"

Total Rainfall

17 rainy days

7-Day Weather Forecast

Today

Oct 2

59°

45°

Sat

Oct 3

60°

39°

15%

Sun

Oct 4

66°

45°

15%

Mon

Oct 5

61°

40°

Tue

Oct 6

65°

40°

0.004" rain

Wed

Oct 7

68°

51°

0.173" rain

All Pest Risk Scores for Waupaca County

Spiders

Steady

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SEVERE

Humidity at 70% attracts insects, drawing spiders.

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Ticks

Steady

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HIGH

Temps of 54.3°F are in the tick questing range.

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Termites

Steady

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MODERATE

Current conditions are limiting termite surface activity.

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Mosquitoes

Steady

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MODERATE

Cool temps (54.3°F) are limiting mosquito flights.

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Wasps

Steady

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LOW

Current temps (54.3°F) are limiting wasp activity.

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Mice & Rats

Steady

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LOW

Cold temps (54.3°F) are pushing rodents indoors.

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Ants

Steady

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LOW

Cool temps are reducing ant foraging activity.

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3-Day Pest Outlook for Waupaca County

Pest	Today	Sat	Sun
Spiders	95 🔴	100 🔴 +5	98 🔴 +3
Ticks	75 🟠	80 🔴 +5	80 🔴 +5
Termites	40 🟡	30 🟡 -10	40 🟡
Mosquitoes	33 🟡	18 🟢 -15	33 🟡
Wasps	28 🟢	28 🟢	28 🟢
Mice & Rats	25 🟢	35 🟡 +10	30 🟡 +5
Ants	15 🟢	5 🟢 -10	15 🟢

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

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Spiders risk is SEVERE (95/100)

Professional treatment is recommended when scores are this high.

Pest Seasonality in Waupaca 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 Waupaca County

What pests are active in Waupaca County right now?

Currently active pests in Waupaca County: Spiders (severe risk, score 95/100), Ticks (high risk, score 75/100), Termites (moderate risk, score 40/100), Mosquitoes (moderate risk, score 33/100). Scores are updated every 3 hours from real-time weather data.

When is the best time for pest control in Waupaca County?

Early spring (March-April) is the most effective time for preventive treatment in Waupaca 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.

How much does pest control cost in Waupaca County?

Average pest control costs in Waupaca 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.

Which pests are most common in Waupaca County?

Waupaca 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.

How often should I get pest control in Waupaca County?

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.