Latest Dengue Numbers for Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties
According to the Florida Department of Health's Week 44 surveillance report, covering November 1–7, 2026:
- Hillsborough County: 468 locally acquired dengue cases reported in 2026, up from 407 in the previous report.
- Pinellas County: 109 locally acquired cases, up from 80.
- Statewide: 624 locally acquired dengue cases reported in 2026.
Florida's cumulative total increased by 100 locally acquired dengue cases in the latest report. However, those infections did not necessarily occur during November 1–7.
The Department of Health explains that case reporting can be delayed while testing and investigations are completed. This distinction is important when interpreting the latest figures, particularly as fewer new locally acquired cases have been under investigation in recent weeks.
While this may be an encouraging development, both Hillsborough and Pinellas remained under mosquito-borne illness alerts as of November 7.
Does Cooler November Weather Mean Fewer Mosquitoes in Tampa Bay?
According to the National Weather Service Tampa Bay office, a cold front is bringing cooler weather to the region this weekend, November 13–15, with Saturday's temperatures expected to remain in the 60s and overnight lows dipping into the 40s in some communities.
Cooler temperatures can slow mosquito activity, but Tampa Bay's mild climate allows mosquitoes to remain active well beyond summer. Even during the fall and winter months, stretches of warmer weather can provide favorable conditions for mosquitoes to fly and bite.
That's especially relevant because Aedes aegypti, one of the primary mosquito species responsible for spreading dengue, is well established in the Tampa Bay area.
While this weekend's cooler weather may temporarily reduce mosquito activity, temperatures are expected to climb again early next week. Warmer stretches are also common during Tampa Bay winters, allowing mosquitoes to become active again around homes and outdoor living spaces.
Mosquito Control Remains Important for Tampa Bay Homes
County mosquito-control programs help manage mosquito populations across communities, but residents may still encounter mosquitoes on their own property.
Anti-Pesto Bug Killers provides professional mosquito control throughout the Tampa Bay area, with treatments targeting places where mosquitoes rest and breed.
Our mosquito control options include stand-alone services and ongoing residential pest control programs with mosquito coverage. These services are designed to significantly reduce mosquito populations around homes, although no mosquito treatment can eliminate every mosquito or guarantee prevention of mosquito-borne illness.
Still Dealing With Mosquitoes Around Your Home?
Anti-Pesto Bug Killers has served Tampa Bay homeowners since 1988, including those in Tampa, Riverview, St. Petersburg, and Largo. Whether mosquitoes are bothering you around the patio, pool, or backyard, our experienced team can help.
Contact Anti-Pesto Bug Killers today to learn more about our mosquito control services and request a quote.
