Rain increases mosquito activity because there are more breeding grounds where they can lay their eggs. The increased humidity from rainfall also provides ideal conditions where mosquitoes can live, and their eggs can hatch faster. To keep mosquitoes away from your property, remove sources of standing water and clear clogged gutters to make your outdoor space unappealing for these harmful pests. For maximum protection, invest in a professional mosquito control program so your property in Ohio receives regular treatments that help keep mosquitoes away.

Why does rain increase mosquito activity?

Mosquitoes flying around outside in Delaware, OH.

You notice more mosquito activity after rainfall because more breeding grounds are available. Mosquitoes use stagnant water to breed, and rainfall creates more sources of this. Rain creates wet yards and puddles, filling up areas like gutters, where water becomes stagnant and becomes ideal spots where mosquitoes can lay their eggs. A single female mosquito can lay anywhere between 100 and 300 eggs at a time, and these eggs can hatch in just a few days. This is why you see an influx of mosquitoes buzzing around your yard after rain.

Aside from gutters holding stagnant water, rain can also cause other things to fill up with water, like kiddie pools, plant pots, and other small containers. The more breeding grounds available, the more areas where mosquitoes can lay their eggs!

Mosquitoes can lay their eggs in as little as a bottle cap of water.

The increased humidity after rainfall creates a hospitable environment for mosquitoes.

Aside from increasing breeding grounds, the increased humidity after rainfall also stimulates mosquito activity. Humid conditions help mosquitoes stay active longer by keeping their small bodies moist and preventing them from becoming dehydrated. The small bodies of mosquitoes tend to dry out quickly in the air, but humidity after rainfall helps them survive longer. As a result, they can search for hosts to feed on for a longer period! What's more, high humidity prolongs the life of mosquitoes and allows their eggs to hatch more quickly.

What To Do To Reduce the Mosquito Population On Your Property

If you want to control the mosquito population on your property, there are certain things you can do to protect yourself and the people around you! Here are some practices you can observe to create an environment on your property that is safe from mosquitoes and the diseases they can spread:

  • Empty Any Standing Water After Rain: After it rains, make sure to clear areas with standing water. Inspect your property for sources of standing water, like pots, kiddie pools, old tires, bird baths, trash can lids, and more. Even small amounts of water can serve as breeding sites for mosquitoes, so make sure to thoroughly check and get rid of them to reduce the mosquito population.
  • Clear Clogged Gutters: Rainfall can cause your gutters to become clogged with leaves, allowing water to collect and become stagnant. Clear your gutters of blockages so water flows properly, removing one more spot where mosquitoes can lay eggs.
  • Enroll in a Professional Mosquito Control Program: One of the most effective ways to keep mosquitoes at bay is to hire professionals for mosquito control. They will use highly effective pest control treatments, apply them in harborage spots on your property, and visit your property for regular treatments to ensure consistent and overlapping coverage against these pests.

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Protect your property from mosquitoes and the harmful diseases they can transmit by signing up for our professional mosquito control service! This service includes 5 visits throughout the year to provide long-lasting protection while mosquitoes are active. We ensure each visit is timed properly so a new treatment can be applied before the last one wears off, ensuring no lapse in coverage. Treatments will also be applied in mosquito hotspots, such as your lawn, trees, shrubs, and around the foundation of your building. We proudly serve homes and businesses, as well as HOAs, in and around Delaware, Lewis Center, and Powell, OH. Call us today at (740) 318-5296 to sign up!