To help homeowners and businesses stay informed, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) released its bi-annual Bug Barometer®, a data-driven look at what Americans can expect from pest populations in their regions across the U.S.
After analyzing weather patterns, long-term forecasts, and pest biology, NPMA’s expert entomologists predict potential rising encounters with pests, including termites, ticks, ants, flies, mosquitoes, cockroaches, rodents, spiders, scorpions and stinging insects this spring and summer.
Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia
A mild start to the winter and drier spring will jumpstart pest season, with termites, brown marmorated stink bugs, and Asian lady beetles emerging ahead of schedule. As temperatures rise, expect more ticks and stinging insects.
New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, California
Warmer winter temperatures could create thriving conditions for cockroaches and flies throughout spring and summer. Later monsoon rains will drive scorpions and spiders indoors as they seek shelter.
Mississippi, Tennessee, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas
Despite a cold winter, a mild, damp spring is likely to create ideal conditions for termites, ticks, and mosquitoes to surge early. Heavy summer rains and tropical storms will provide perfect breeding grounds for flies.
North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming
Warmer spring conditions could trigger an early tick season, while late-season rainfall will spike fly and cockroach activity. Midsummer will bring pressure from yellowjackets and wasps if the forecasted above-average temperatures arrive.
West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota
Idaho, Washington, Oregon
Mild winter and spring conditions could send ants and stinging insects out early, as cockroaches and rodents seek water indoors. Summer brings more mosquitoes and flies north and yellowjackets and ants south.
