Do mosquitoes avoid the beach?

They love the heat and thrive on the water, so the beach is the perfect place for mosquitos. Also, because mosquitos can come out at dusk and into the evening, make sure bug spray is applied while enjoying dinner outdoors, a night swim, a bonfire, fireworks, and other nighttime activities.



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Most mosquito species in the U.S. increase activity from dusk to dawn, which means you're more likely to get bit if you step outside at that time.

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Many families and friends remember to take along their sunscreen to the beach but leave the bug spray behind. Take them both! Apply a layer of bug spray to make sure you won't get bothered, and reapply if the waves wash it off.

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In addition to protective clothing, use an insect repellent containing an EPA-registered ingredient like DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon-eucalyptus.

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Most mosquito species in the U.S. increase activity from dusk to dawn, which means you're more likely to get bit if you step outside at that time. People who spend time or live near wooded areas, wetlands or shaded places with standing water, a breeding ground for mosquitoes, are at increased risk of bug bites.

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