• Islamorada Fishing Forecast: Cooler Temps, Active Snook, Redfish, and Permit

  • Nov 23 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Islamorada Fishing Forecast: Cooler Temps, Active Snook, Redfish, and Permit

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  • As of November 23rd, the fishing scene in Islamorada, Florida, is looking promising, especially with the cooler temperatures setting in.

    ### Weather and Tides
    Today, you can expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the mid-70s, a welcome change from the recent heat. The tidal conditions are favorable, with a high tide at around 10:30 AM and a low tide at 4:30 PM. These tidal shifts will help stir up the fish, making them more active.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise is at 6:43 AM, and sunset will be at 5:27 PM, giving you ample daylight to get out on the water.

    ### Fish Activity
    The backcountry of Islamorada is buzzing with activity. Snook and redfish are particularly active, with many anglers reporting successful catches in the mangrove areas and shallow waters. The cooler water temperatures have brought in new species, including permit, which can be found on the shallow patch reefs and isolated wrecks[2].

    ### Types of Fish Caught
    Yesterday, anglers reported catching a variety of fish. Snook were abundant, with catches ranging from 14 to 27 inches. Redfish action is also strong, and there have been sightings of juvenile tarpon, although they are more hit-or-miss due to their sensitivity to changing conditions. Other catches include mangrove snapper, big jack crevalle, and even some barracuda and bull sharks[1][5].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For snook and redfish, using live bait such as shrimp, mullet, or pinfish is highly effective. Topwater lures and jigs also work well, especially during the warmer parts of the day when the sun is out. For permit, try using small crabs or shrimp on the shallow reefs. If you're targeting larger predators like barracuda and sharks, sight casting topwater lures can be exhilarating and productive[2].

    ### Hot Spots
    One of the hot spots right now is the backcountry around the mangrove islands, where the calm, crystal-clear waters are home to a variety of marine life. Another good spot is the patch reefs in the gulf, where you can find big spanish mackerel and other species like porgies, snappers, and hogfish[1][2].

    Overall, November is a great time to fish in Islamorada, with comfortable temperatures and a wide range of fish species to target. Make sure to take advantage of the morning trips when the waters are usually most productive, and don't hesitate to move to more protected areas if the winds pick up.
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