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Maine's December Fishing Forecast: Tides, Temps, and Tasty Catches
- 2024/12/12
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For those venturing out to fish in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Maine on December 12, 2024, here’s what you can expect:
### Tidal Report
Today, the tidal conditions are significant, with high tides at 4:20 AM and 4:43 PM, and low tides at 10:47 AM and 10:44 PM. These tides, with heights ranging from 4.84 ft to -0.57 ft, will have a noticeable impact on fish movement and feeding patterns.
### Weather and Daylight
Sunrise is at 7:08 AM, and sunset is at 4:34 PM, giving you about 9 hours of daylight. The weather is expected to be chilly, typical for this time of year, so dress warmly.
### Fish Activity
In the late fall and early winter, fish activity can be quite active despite the cold. Schoolie striped bass have been seen blitzing along the Western Sound beaches, and nighttime fishing in the rivers has been productive for holdover stripers. Trout and salmon activity has also picked up, especially after recent rains.
### Types and Amounts of Fish
Yesterday, anglers reported catching decent numbers of striped bass, both in the rivers and along the beaches. Tautog, cod, and sea bass are also active in deeper waters, around 70 feet. Freshwater ponds are yielding trout, bass, and panfish.
### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, using lures like spoons, plugs, and soft plastics can be effective. In the rivers, nighttime fishing with eels or shad can produce good results. For tautog, cod, and sea bass, crab baits are working well among inshore structures.
### Hot Spots
- **Western Sound Beaches**: These areas have seen blitzes of schoolie striped bass, making them a great spot for surf fishing.
- **Rivers**: Rivers like the Dead River and the Swift River, which are open until the end of December, offer good opportunities for catching trout, salmon, and holdover striped bass.
### Tips
Be patient and persistent, as the cold weather affects both you and the fish. Slow and steady presentations often yield the best results. Always check the local fishing regulations, as they can vary significantly between the North and South Zones in Maine, with many areas restricted to artificial lures only and catch-and-release for salmonids.
Stay warm and good luck on the water
### Tidal Report
Today, the tidal conditions are significant, with high tides at 4:20 AM and 4:43 PM, and low tides at 10:47 AM and 10:44 PM. These tides, with heights ranging from 4.84 ft to -0.57 ft, will have a noticeable impact on fish movement and feeding patterns.
### Weather and Daylight
Sunrise is at 7:08 AM, and sunset is at 4:34 PM, giving you about 9 hours of daylight. The weather is expected to be chilly, typical for this time of year, so dress warmly.
### Fish Activity
In the late fall and early winter, fish activity can be quite active despite the cold. Schoolie striped bass have been seen blitzing along the Western Sound beaches, and nighttime fishing in the rivers has been productive for holdover stripers. Trout and salmon activity has also picked up, especially after recent rains.
### Types and Amounts of Fish
Yesterday, anglers reported catching decent numbers of striped bass, both in the rivers and along the beaches. Tautog, cod, and sea bass are also active in deeper waters, around 70 feet. Freshwater ponds are yielding trout, bass, and panfish.
### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, using lures like spoons, plugs, and soft plastics can be effective. In the rivers, nighttime fishing with eels or shad can produce good results. For tautog, cod, and sea bass, crab baits are working well among inshore structures.
### Hot Spots
- **Western Sound Beaches**: These areas have seen blitzes of schoolie striped bass, making them a great spot for surf fishing.
- **Rivers**: Rivers like the Dead River and the Swift River, which are open until the end of December, offer good opportunities for catching trout, salmon, and holdover striped bass.
### Tips
Be patient and persistent, as the cold weather affects both you and the fish. Slow and steady presentations often yield the best results. Always check the local fishing regulations, as they can vary significantly between the North and South Zones in Maine, with many areas restricted to artificial lures only and catch-and-release for salmonids.
Stay warm and good luck on the water