Mosquito Season in the Capital Region
Short answer: mosquitoes in Baton Rouge are active from spring through fall, with peaks after summer storms. Empty standing water weekly, keep gutters clear, repair screens and consider seasonal yard treatments.
Request pest controlThe long season
Warm weather keeps mosquitoes active for much of the year here.
Weekly water check
Tip out buckets, toys, saucers and birdbaths every week.
Gutters
Clogged gutters hold water for days after rain.
Low spots
Fill or drain areas of the yard where water stands.
Screens
Repair holes in window and door screens.
Repellent
Use repellent outdoors at dawn and dusk.
Yard treatments
Barrier treatments on plants and shady areas reduce resting mosquitoes.
Parish programs
East Baton Rouge Parish runs a mosquito control program; private service covers your yard.
Health advisories
Follow local health guidance when West Nile virus is reported.
Ponds and pools
Keep water moving or use larvicides labeled for ponds.
Shady spots
Mosquitoes rest during the day in thick shrubs, under decks and in ivy. Thinning dense growth near the house leaves them fewer places to wait for dusk.
Children's play areas
Check sandbox covers, toy bins and kiddie pools after every rain.
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