Do You Know When the Best Time to Fish Is?

Experienced anglers know the best times to fish for the species they are hunting. Fortunately, fishers who are unsure can find helpful resources to learn what days and times are better than others. To learn more information, visit Fish and Ski Marine in Sanger and New Braunfels, Texas. We also welcome customers coming from Dallas and San Antonio, Texas. 

Water Temperatures

Using tools like temperature gauges and fish finders is common in determining when the fish are biting the most. Since fish are cold-blooded, they usually try to stay in warmer temperatures. Therefore, it’s usually best to go in the morning or the early evenings when the surface water is warmer but not too hot as in the middle of a summer day. You can also use temperature gauges and fish finders to confirm the temperature.

Fishing Forecasts and Calendars

Another popular tool among anglers is a farmer’s almanac to show expected weather conditions. Wind and storms can be a huge contributing factor as these conditions cause changes in the tide and push bait towards the surface. However, this is only before a cold front comes in. 

During and after a storm, the fish settle down, and feeding time slows. When a warm front comes in, it increases the water temperature on the surface, which then causes the fish to go into a feeding frenzy. A daily forecast for the area you’re fishing can give you specific times to have more success. 

Another factor that affects fishing times is bright sunlight. Fish typically don’t come up when there is direct sunlight, which means you’ll have better odds on cloudy days. Light rain is also a good time because it forces insects and bait closer to the shore. Many fishing calendar apps can help you predict specific conditions and fish activity within the area. 

Ask the Locals

Finally, ask other fishers that regularly boat in the area. The odds are that you’ll be able to find someone that can tell you where the good spots are and activities of specific species. Strike up a conversation with other anglers in your local bait shop or wherever you get your fishing supplies and accessories.

Fishing is a great hobby to get into! There are so many places, even locally, that you can find some great honey holes with hungry and feeding fish. Also, some excellent tools are available to help you find success, such as temperature gauges and fishing calendars. So come out to Fish and Ski Marine in Sanger and New Braunfels, Texas, and our location also serves the Dallas and San Antonio, Texas, areas.