Extremadura Pest Risk Index 2026

Extremadura's pest season is short but intense — late spring through early autumn brings high cockroach activity in towns and scorpion encounters in rural fincas.

Cities ranked

3

Average score

49/100

Very high risk

0

High risk

0

Seasonal pattern

Warm-tier regions have a clear seasonal pattern. Apply gel bait and seal entry points by mid-May, before the June peak. A second treatment in August keeps the late-summer surge in check.

Full Extremadura Ranking

Each city scored 0–20 on temperature, season length, humidity, infrastructure age, and density. Composite score 0–100. Higher = more aggressive prevention needed.

# City Score Risk
1 Mérida Inland 50 Medium
2 Badajoz Inland 49 Medium
3 Cáceres Inland 48 Medium

Frequently Asked Questions

Which city in Extremadura has the worst pest problem?

Mérida scores 50/100 on our pest risk index — the highest in Extremadura. The dominant pest profile is american cockroach. 3 Extremadura cities are ranked in our 2026 index.

How is Extremadura different from other Spanish regions for pests?

Extremadura's pest season is short but intense — late spring through early autumn brings high cockroach activity in towns and scorpion encounters in rural fincas.

What is the worst month for pests in Extremadura?

Extremadura's peak pest season is June–September. Prevention measures should be in place by mid-May to catch the early-season build-up.