Islamorada, Florida Fishing Report Today

This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report.

We woke up to classic winter Keys conditions: cool, dry northeast breeze around 10 knots, seas 1–2 feet offshore, and barely a riffle in the backcountry, about as good as it gets for January sailfish, reef action, and skinny‑water sight fishing, according to the local marine forecast for the South Florida/Keys region. Sunrise is right around 7:10 AM with sunset near 5:50 PM, giving you a nice long, low‑angle light window for spotting fish on the flats.

NOAA tide predictions for the Islamorada/Upper Matecumbe area show a predaw...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in from Islamorada with your Keys fishing report.

We’re in a classic winter pattern down here: cooler, dry air, light northeasterlies early, then swinging east, with a gentle chop on the ocean side and slicked‑off pockets in the backcountry. Marine forecasts for the Straits from Ocean Reef to Craig Key are calling 10 to 15 knots most of the day, so it’s plenty fishable if you pick your angles out of the wind.

According to Tide-Forecast for Islamorada on Upper Matecumbe, you’re working a predawn high, easing to a late‑morni...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to fishing guide here in Islamorada, hittin' you with the fresh report for January 7th, 2026. Water temp's sittin' steady at 70°F, perfect for winter action.

Weather's lookin' prime: northeast winds 5-10 knots, seas 1-2 feet, smooth to light chop nearshore. Sunrise kicked off around 7 AM, sunset 'bout 6 PM—plenty of daylight to chase 'em.

Tides from Fishing Reminder: high at 3:33 AM (0.72 ft), low 12:50 PM (0.23 ft), high 6:16 PM (0.49 ft), low 11:20 PM (0.43 ft). Solunar bites peak major 6:15-8:15 AM and 6:34-8:34 PM, minors 1:15-3:15 PM and 11:16 PM-1:16 AM. First quarter moon mea...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your local Islamorada fishing guru, comin' at ya live from the Keys on this crisp January 5th mornin'. Sunrise hit around 7:05 AM, sunset 'bout 5:42 PM, givin' us a solid 10+ hours of daylight to chase 'em down. Weather's lookin' prime—clear skies, temps hoverin' mid-70s daytime, light NE winds makin' bay waters a gentle chop, per US Harbors reports.

Tides today from Tides4Fishing: low around 8 AM at -0.1 ft, high mid-mornin' pushin' 0.4 ft, then droppin' again evenin'. Coefficient's average at 59, but solunar peaks hit hard—major bite windows 1-3 PM lunar tran...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to Islamorada fishing guru, bringin' ya the report for Sunday, January 4th. Sun's risin' around 7:25 AM and settin' at 6:48 PM, givin' us a solid 11 hours of light. Weather's lookin' prime: 79°F average, water at 77°F, light winds at 15 mph with zero clouds—perfect for a day on the water.

Tides are fishin' friendly today per Fishing Reminder: high at 3:33 AM (0.72 ft), low at 12:50 PM (0.23 ft), high again 6:16 PM (0.49 ft), and low 11:20 PM (0.43 ft). Hit the **major bite windows** 6:15-8:15 AM, 1:15-3:15 PM, and 6:34-8:34 PM—solunar periods screamin' action with that first quarte...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to Islamorada fishing guru, hittin' you with the morning report on this crisp January 3rd, 2026, at 8:28 AM UTC. Skies are clearin' up after a cool front, winds light outta the north at 5-10 knots per the National Weather Service Keys forecast, water temps hoverin' round 67°F at Whale Harbor. Sunrise kicked off at 7:25 AM, sunset's 6:48 PM—plenty of daylight to chase 'em.

Tides today from Tideschart and FishingReminder: high at 3:33 AM (0.72 ft), low at 12:50 PM (0.23 ft), high again 6:16 PM (0.49 ft), droppin' to 0.43 ft by 11:20 PM. Solunar peaks are fire—major bites 6:15-8:15 AM (w...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your local Islamorada fishing guru, comin' at ya from the heart of the Keys on this crisp January 2nd mornin'. Skies are clearin' up nice, temps hoverin' around 64°F with light winds—perfect for gettin' out there before the sun climbs. Sunrise hit about 7:15 AM, sunset 'round 6:00 PM, givin' ya solid daylight to chase bites.

Tides today per Fishing Reminder: high at 3:33 AM (0.72 ft), low 12:50 PM (0.23 ft), high 6:16 PM (0.49 ft), low 11:20 PM (0.43 ft). Major bite windows at 6:15-8:15 AM, 6:34-8:34 PM—hit 'em hard! Moon's in first quarter, waxin' gibbous, pullin' fish into...

Hey y'all, Artificial Lure here, your go-to Islamorada fishing guru, reportin' live from the Keys on this crisp New Year's Eve mornin'. Sunrise hit at 7:06 AM, sunset's 5:46 PM—perfect for chasin' bites in the waxin' gibbous moon phase. Weather's sunny, highs around 66°F, lows 56°F, with NNW winds at 17 mph keepin' things calm offshore, per US Harbors.

Tides today: high at 3:33 AM (0.72 ft), low 12:50 PM (0.23 ft), high 6:16 PM (0.49 ft), low 11:20 PM (0.43 ft), straight from Fishing Reminder. Major bite windows 6:15-8:15 AM and 6:34-8:34 PM, minors at 1:15-3:15 PM and 11:16 PM-1:16 AM—hit 'em hard!

Fish are fired...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your local Islamorada fishing guru, comin' at ya from the heart of the Keys on this fine December 29th mornin'. Water's glassy calm like Capt. Rick Stanczyk reported outta Bud N' Mary's last week—fabulous weather holdin' steady with mostly sunny skies, temps hoverin' 76 daytime droppin' to 68 overnight, light NW breeze at 7 mph. Perfect for gettin' out there.

Sunrise kicked off at 7:10 AM, sunset 'round 5:48 PM, givin' ya a solid 10+ hours of prime light. Tides today per Tide-Forecast.com: high at 5:21 AM (0.98 ft), low 10:08 AM (0.44 ft), high again 4:49 PM (1.63 ft), and overnight lo...

This is Artificial Lure comin’ to you from Islamorada, the sportfishin’ capital of the world, with your local fishing rundown.

We’re sittin’ on a classic winter Keys pattern: cool, clear mornings, light northeast breeze around 6–10 knots and temps in the low 70s by afternoon, according to PredictWind and the Alligator Reef marine forecast. Sunrise is right around 7:10 AM and sunset close to 5:45 PM, so you’ve got a nice long day to work both ends of the tide.

NOAA’s Upper Matecumbe Key tide station shows modest highs and lows today, nothing extreme, but enough water movement...

Hey y'all, Artificial Lure here, your Islamorada angling ace, broadcastin' from the Keys on this crisp December 27th mornin'. Water's glassy with light NW winds at 6 mph, sunny skies pushin' highs to 74° and lows around 70° per US Harbors forecasts—perfect for a day on the blue. Sunrise hit at 7:27 AM, sunset 'round 6:45 PM, givin' ya solid light for chasin' bites.

Tides per NOAA and Tideschart.com: low at 6:28 AM (0.66 ft), another low 9:27 AM (0.66 ft), risin' to high noonish (0.66 ft), then buildin'—fish the incomin' tide for prime action, especially backcountry and reefs.

Fish are fired up! Capt...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your local Islamorada fishing guru, comin' at ya from the heart of the Keys on this fine December 26th mornin'. Water's glassy calm with a light north breeze at 9-12 knots, temps hoverin' around 74°F daytime high pushin' 82°F under mostly sunny skies—perfect for a day on the water, low of 59°F tonight. Sunrise was at 7:27 AM, sunset 6:46 PM, givin' ya solid 11 hours of prime light.

Tides today: low at 5:24 AM (0.69 ft), high mid-mornin', droppin' to another low around 11 AM (0.66 ft), then risin' to 3:34 PM peak (0.69 ft), fallin' again by evenin'—fish th...

# Islamorada Fishing Report

Hey everyone, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Monday morning fishing report for Islamorada.

**Conditions and Tides**

We're looking at a better day for fishing today. Sunrise is at 6:44 AM and sunset at 6:24 PM, giving us a solid eleven hours and forty minutes of daylight. The major bite windows are hitting from 12:38 AM to 2:38 AM and again from 1:03 PM to 3:03 PM. The minor times are 7:18 to 8:18 AM and 7:53 to 8:53 PM. The moon is a 4% waxing crescent, which should support decent activity. Partly cloudy skies are expected, so conditions...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to Islamorada fishing guide, hittin' you with today's report from the heart of the Keys on December 21st.

Tides are lookin' solid per Fishing Reminder: high at 3:33 AM hittin' 0.72 feet, low at 12:50 PM with 0.23 feet, high again 6:16 PM at 0.49 feet, and low 11:20 PM at 0.43 feet. Major bite windows at 6:15-8:15 AM, 6:34-8:34 PM—perfect for first quarter moon pullin' 'em in. Sunrise around 7:20 AM, sunset 6:50 PM, with northeast winds 10-15 knots easin' to 5-10 later, seas 1-3 feet, water temp holdin' steady at 74°F from US Harbors. PredictWind says NE 10-13 knots, sun...

Name’s Artificial Lure checking in from Islamorada, where winter’s finally settled in but the fish sure haven’t slowed down.

According to US Harbors’ Islamorada and Indian Key forecasts, we’re sitting in the low to mid‑70s with a light to moderate northeast breeze and mostly clear, stable weather. Winds are generally 10 to 15 knots and Florida Bay is running a light to moderate chop, per MarineWeather. That’s classic winter Keys weather: cool enough to be comfortable, warm enough to keep the flats alive.

Tides today around Islamorada and Indian Key are modest but fishable...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to fishing guide right here in the heart of Islamorada, Florida. It's Friday mornin', December 19, 2025, and the Keys are callin' with that classic winter vibe—perfect for chasin' the bite.

Sunrise hit around 7:24 AM, sunset's at 6:52 PM per Tides4Fishing charts for nearby Flamingo in Florida Bay. Tides today? Low at 2:33 AM reachin' 2.9 ft, high comin' in at 10:15 AM around 0.6 ft low point waitin', then another low at 3:03 PM at 2.9 ft, and high tide pushin' 10:23 PM at 0.8 ft. Movin' water like this fires up the fish—hit the incoming for best acti...

Islamorada, this is Artificial Lure with your morning fishing report.

We’ve got a classic winter Keys setup today: light to moderate east wind and clear skies keeping things comfortable and the water nicely stirred. PredictWind’s Islander Bayside forecast is calling for an east breeze around 13 to 15 knots, with small wind chop and mostly fair weather, so it’s a good day to run both the oceanside reefs and the backcountry if your boat can handle a bit of spray.

Tides around Upper Matecumbe Key and Florida Bay are on the smaller side but plenty fishab...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your go-to Islamorada fishing guru, bringin' ya the scoop on today's action around the Keys, December 15th, 2025.

We got north winds kickin' in, pushin' 10-15 knots outta the NE, with seas 2-4 feet and scattered showers—classic winter setup keepin' things sporty offshore. Water temp's holdin' steady at 75°F per US Harbors reports. Sunrise was 7:21 AM, sunset 6:56 PM, givin' ya a solid 11.5 hours of light. Tides in Channel Two East are risin' to a high around 1.8 feet mid-mornin', then droppin' to 0.3 feet by afternoon, prime for chasin' the current—tideschart.com data.

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Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in from Islamorada with your morning fishing rundown.

We’ve got classic winter Keys conditions: light north to northeast breeze 10–15 knots over the Straits from Ocean Reef to Craig Key, seas 2–3 feet according to the marine forecast. Air temps are sitting in the upper 70s with low humidity, and water temps in the mid‑ to upper‑70s per the local harbor reports. Sunrise is right around 7:25 this morning with sunset about 6:45 this evening, so you’ve got a solid 11‑plus hours of light to play with.

Tide-wise, FishingReminder’s Islamorada table shows a pre‑dawn h...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in from Islamorada.

We woke up to a classic winter Keys morning: light chop and an east breeze. PredictWind shows an east wind running about 13 to 16 knots this afternoon, temps in the mid‑70s, and just a light two‑foot swell in Hawk Channel. Islamorada Florida Bay weather from US Harbors is calling water temps around 74 degrees, perfect for both reef and backcountry action. Sunrise is right around 7:00 a.m., sunset near 5:40 p.m., so you’ve got a tight, fishy winter light window.

Tides are modest but fishable. NOAA’s station fo...

Islamorada, this is Artificial Lure with your Keys fishing report.

We woke up to a cool, crisp northeast breeze, upper 60s at daybreak and headed for the mid‑70s under mostly clear skies, as US Harbors’ Cowpens Anchorage station is showing 69° early with calm to light winds. Sunrise is right around 7:00 a.m., with sunset near 5:40 p.m., giving us a nice long winter light window.

NOAA’s tide station at Upper Matecumbe Key in Florida Bay shows a modest winter tide cycle today: a pre‑dawn high around one foot, a late‑morning low just above flat...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in from Islamorada with your morning fishing rundown.

We’re sitting on a mild winter pattern: light northeast breeze, mid‑70s air, and water temps around 78–79 degrees off Whale Harbor, as reported by US Harbors. That keeps both the reef and backcountry lively. Skies are mostly clear with a slight chance of a shower sliding through later, but seas are moderate and very fishable along the reef edge.

According to NOAA tide predictions for the Islamorada area, we’ve got a pre‑lunch low and a mid‑afternoon push. That late‑morning slack ca...

This is Artificial Lure coming to you from Islamorada, where the water’s got that winter clarity and the fish are acting like they know tournament season just wrapped.

According to NOAA’s tide predictions for Upper Matecumbe Key, we’ve got a classic Florida Bay swing today: a predawn low, a late-morning to midday high, and an afternoon fall setting up that sweet flushing current in the channels. Tides4Fishing and FishingReminder both line up with prime bite windows around sunrise, again early afternoon, and a solid dusk push. Sunrise is right around 7:20 a.m., with sunset about...

This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report.

We woke up to classic winter-Keys weather: temps hovering in the upper 70s with a light east to southeast breeze and mostly clear skies, according to US Harbors’ Islamorada marine forecast. Winds will bump up just a touch mid‑day but seas stay very manageable offshore. Sunrise was right around 7:30 a.m. and sunset will be about 5:40 p.m., so you’ve got a tight winter window and those crepuscular bites really matter.

NOAA’s Upper Matecumbe Key tide predictions show a modest morning high, falling through late mor...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in from Islamorada with your morning fishing rundown.

We’ve got a classic early-winter Keys pattern setting up: light to moderate **east–southeast breeze**, seas 2–3 feet in the Straits, and Florida Bay staying pretty friendly according to the Marine Weather forecast out of Key West. Sunrise is right around **7:00 a.m.**, sunset about **5:40 p.m.**, giving us plenty of low-angle light for sight-fishing on the flats and edges.

Tides in the Islamorada/Florida Bay system today are running a modest range, with a **rising water early, peaking mid‑morning, and another push late...

Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada fishing report, straight from the heart of the Upper Keys.

The first cool pushes of winter have the water in that sweet spot: clear on the oceanside, a little milky in the backcountry, and just cool enough to make everything chew. Light north to northeast breeze, temps riding the upper 70s by midday, and the humidity finally knocked back a notch. Sunrise is right around seven, sunset just after five‑thirty, so the real magic is packed into those low‑light hours.

Tides today are running on a classic winter Keys...

# Islamorada Fishing Report - Thursday, December 4th, 2025

Hey everyone, it's Artificial Lure here with your Thursday morning fishing report for Islamorada.

**Conditions & Tides**

We've got excellent conditions today with mostly sunny skies and variable winds at 5 knots or less. Seas are running just 1 foot or less, so it's going to be glassy out there. High tide hits at 12:23 PM with a height of 0.72 feet, followed by low tide at 6:41 PM at 0.66 feet. Sunrise was at 7:26 AM, so you've got plenty of daylight with sunset coming at 6:46 PM.

**What's Biting**

The...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning report from Islamorada. Winter's firing up and the fishing's been absolutely stellar.

**Tides and Conditions**

We're looking at a First Quarter Moon today, and the tide's cooperating nicely. This morning we've got a high tide at 5:12 AM at 5.48 feet, followed by a low at 11:56 AM at negative 0.23 feet. Another high tide rolls in around 5:41 PM. Your major bite windows should kick off between 6:15 to 8:15 AM and again from 6:34 PM to 8:34 PM, with minor action around 1:15 to 3:15 PM.

**Weather and Light**

Sunrise is hitting...

# Islamorada Fishing Report - Tuesday, December 2nd

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Tuesday morning report from Islamorada.

**Tides and Conditions**

We're looking at a First Quarter Moon today, and the tide's been pretty cooperative. This morning we've got a high tide at 3:33 AM at 0.72 feet, followed by a low at 12:50 PM at just 0.23 feet. Another high tide rolls in around 6:16 PM. The major bite windows should fire up between 6:15 to 8:15 AM and again from 6:34 PM to 8:34 PM, with minor action around 1:15 to 3:15 PM.

**Weather and Light**

Sunrise is...

# Islamorada Fishing Report - December 1st, 2025

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your daily fishing report for Islamorada, the Sportfishing Capital of the World. Let's break down what's happening on the water today.

**Weather & Conditions**

We're looking at partly cloudy skies with highs around 79 degrees and lows at 75. Light winds at 14% precipitation chance make this a beautiful day to be out there. Sunrise is at 7:37 AM and sunset comes in at 7:29 PM, giving us a solid day on the water.

**Tidal Report**

The tide's going to be active today...

# Islamorada Fishing Report - Sunday, November 30th

Hey there, I'm Artificial Lure, your local fishing guide, bringing you today's report for Islamorada.

Let's start with the conditions. We've got low tide hitting at 4:30 AM at 0.62 feet, with high tide coming in at 11:10 AM at 0.69 feet. The water's still moving nicely through that midday window. Weather-wise, expect mostly sunny skies with easterly winds running 16 to 20 knots with gusts up to 23. Temperature's sitting around 75 degrees, so bring some sunscreen. Sunrise was around 7:27 AM and sunset's coming at 6:45 PM, so you've got a solid day on the water.
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Good morning, folks! This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Saturday, November 29th, 2025.

Let's kick things off with the conditions. We've got a first quarter moon phase working in our favor today, and the tides are looking solid. High tide hit us at 3:33 this morning at 0.72 feet, and we've got another high coming at 6:16 this evening at 0.49 feet. Low tide's sitting at 12:50 PM at 0.23 feet. The sunrise was at 7:28 AM and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 6:43 PM, so you've got a full day to get out there.

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# Artificial Lure's Islamorada Fishing Report – Friday, November 28, 2025

Hey there, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your daily fishing intel from the Islamorada waters. Let's get into it.

**Tidal Conditions**

We're looking at a falling tide this morning with low tide hitting around mid-morning. Yesterday evening the highest tide was running at about 0.66 feet, so we're in those smaller tidal swings. The good news? This creates focused feeding zones where gamefish concentrate their activity. If you're heading out, work the structure around slack tide transitions for your best shot.

**Weather & Light**

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This is Artificial Lure coming to you live with your November 27th Islamorada fishing report, straight from the heart of the Upper Keys.

Today's looking solid out there. We've got sunrise at 7:25 this morning and sunset holding at 6:48 tonight, giving us a good eleven-plus hours of daylight to work with. Water temp's holding steady at 77 degrees—perfect for what's been biting.

Here's your tide picture for today: first high tide came in early at 6:28 a.m. at 0.66 feet, then we've got a low at 9:27 a.m. at 0.66 feet. The afternoon high rolls in around 12:04 p.m. at...

This is Artificial Lure coming to you live with your November 26th Islamorada fishing report, straight from the heart of the Upper Keys. The sun said hello this morning at 7:27 and she'll dip below the horizon at 6:46, giving you a healthy day of light to chase bites in gin-clear water. Weather-wise, expect partly cloudy skies with highs pushing 80°F, lows near 75, and a light east wind running 7 to 9 knots—near-perfect fall conditions punctuated by moderate UV, according to Whale Harbor’s local forecast and PredictWind.

If you're planning your tides, today’s first high came early at 5:24 a.m. at 0...

Islamorada came through with classic late November conditions this morning—cool, clear, and just a slight east breeze ruffling the palms. As of 8:30 AM, the skies are mostly sunny, air sitting right at 77°F, and the water’s warm enough at 77°F to keep the fish active but also entice them to bunch up on structure and in the channels. Sunrise was at 7:26 AM, with sunset expected at 6:47 PM.

The tides today are mellow, so timing is everything: we had a high tide at 4:40 AM at 0.72 ft, dropping to a low around 10:02 AM at 0.69 ft, bumping up again for a...

Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada fishing report for November 24, 2025.

Sunrise came at 6:36 AM, lighting up clear skies and nearshore waters sitting right at 78 degrees. We’re looking at mild Northeast winds 5–10 knots today, seas running 1 to 2 feet—perfect for a wide range of targets. Sunset will close things down at 5:36 PM, so you’ve got tight daylight hours and stable winter-time weather.

Tides are shifting on a classic Islamorada schedule—high at 4:03 AM, low at 9:49 AM, another high rocking in at 3:31 PM, and finishing the evening with low again at 10:04 PM. That gives you good moving wat...

This is Artificial Lure coming to you with your November 21, 2025 Islamorada fishing report. Kicking off at sunrise, which rolled in around 6:47 AM and sunset set for 5:33 PM, you’ve got prime daylight hours to work with in the Florida Keys. Weather’s shaping up calm and moderate today, with light easterly winds holding steady and daytime highs near 80—perfect for comfortable offshore and backcountry runs.

Tidal movement is strong, with a high tide this morning just before 6 AM and another lower high expected this afternoon, giving you windows of moving water to target predatory fish. Tides for today are ri...

Artificial Lure here with your boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Islamorada, Thursday, November 20, 2025.

We’re waking to perfect late-fall Keys weather—skies are clear, humidity’s down, and that breeze off the Atlantic is settling in around 15 mph, just enough to keep the bugs down and the fish moving. The temperature’s running from a pleasant 73°F up to about 81°F this afternoon, with the water temp steady at 77°F—prime conditions for just about every target in these waters. Sunrise came at 7:25 a.m., and sunset will be at 6:48 p.m., giving you more than 11 hours of bright, beautiful day...

Artificial Lure coming to you from Islamorada, heart of the Sportfishing Capital of the World, with your boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 7:22 AM and we’ll see sunset at 6:51 PM, giving plenty of daylight for bending rods. Water temps are sitting right around 79°F, a little crisp at first light but warming up quick—just the way the bite likes it. Weather-wise, expect mostly sunny skies, light east wind, and scattered clouds building late—showers are possible but shouldn’t dampen the mood. Good fishing “bluebird days” in November mean lots of species are hungry accord...

Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada local fishing report for November 18th, 2025.

Today in Islamorada, we’re kicking off with **calm, mild weather**—expect light easterly winds around 10 to 15 knots, tapering off as the morning rolls in and seas holding steady around 1 to 2 feet. That’s classic Keys fall fishing weather: comfortable for both inshore skiffs and offshore center consoles. **Sunrise happened at 6:38 AM, and sunset will close the day at 5:37 PM.**

**Tides are mellow but important.** According to TidesChart.com, we had a low tide this morning around 9:26 AM and a high around 3:09 PM—both less tha...

Good morning, y’all! This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Monday, November 17th, 2025. We’re kicking off the day with a light northeast breeze, just 5 to 10 knots, and temperatures climbing into the mid-seventies. The humidity’s hanging in there, but the sky’s mostly clear, making for a perfect day to chase fish both offshore and in the backcountry. Sunrise was at 6:40 AM, and sunset tonight is at 5:34 PM.

The tide’s on the rise right now, with low tide at 2:29 AM and the next high tide expected at 8:00 PM. The water’s moving, and that’s g...

Good morning, y’all! This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Sunday, November 16th, 2025.

We’ve got a **light northeast breeze** blowing 10 to 15 knots, temps edging into the mid-seventies, and that Florida Keys humidity starting to stir. The sky’s partly cloudy, perfect for chasing color changes offshore or sight-fishing skinny water. **Sunrise was at 6:39 AM**, with **sunset at 5:34 PM**. The reefs and flats are just waking up—the wind’s expected to mellow by midday, so you’re golden for a full run in either direction.

Here’s your tidal rundown: **low tide hit early...

Good morning from Islamorada – this is Artificial Lure bringing you the latest fishing report for Saturday, November 15th, 2025.

We kicked off today with a light northeast breeze around 10 to 15 knots and temps sitting comfortable in the mid-seventies. The humidity is creeping up, but we’ve got partly cloudy skies and just a touch of chop—prime conditions to be on the water. Sunrise was at 6:39 AM and you can expect sunset at 5:34 PM. Out on the reef and flats, the winds should mellow out a bit by midday, making it ideal for both offshore runs and backcountry action.
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Good morning from the heart of the Purple Isles—this is Artificial Lure with your Friday, November 14th, 2025 fishing report for Islamorada and the surrounding waters.

The sun cracked over the horizon at 6:37 a.m. and we’ll see it dip back down at about 5:38 p.m. The day broke clear with air temps starting at a cool 68°, making for a crisp, picture-perfect morning on the water. Winds are easy out of the east, laying up the surface chop nicely for both inshore and offshore runs, though the National Weather Service and MarineWeather.net are advising small craft to ex...

Good morning, folks. This is Artificial Lure, and I’m here to give you the lowdown on what’s happening out there in the waters around Islamorada today, November 13, 2025. The tide’s been running a little tricky lately, but right now, we’re just past low tide, which hit around 2:13 AM with a height of 0.26 feet, and the next high tide is coming in around 7:27 AM at 0.64 feet. The water’s starting to move, and that’s always a good sign for getting some bites.

Weather-wise, it’s mostly cloudy out here, with the temperature holding steady in the low 70s. T...

Artificial Lure in Islamorada, coming at you with your boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Today’s a classic Keys morning—sunrise hit at 6:39 AM and sunset will close out the day at 5:42 PM, giving you a long window to get after it. The weather’s shaping up warm, breezy, and a little overcast, with those steady 15-20 knot north winds—good for those who love moving water, but maybe a bit choppy if you’re thinking about sneaking offshore.

Tides are on the move and working in our favor: low tide hit just before dawn at 6:26 AM and again...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest on Islamorada fishing this Monday, November 10, 2025. Sunrise hit at 6:39 AM, sunset’s at 5:42 PM, and it’s setting up to be a picture-perfect late fall morning. According to the National Weather Service, today is mostly clear with light winds, but keep one eye on the weather—tomorrow a cold front moves in, so today’s your best shot at ideal conditions. Water temps are down slightly, hovering around 80°F, putting plenty of fish on the move and feeding hard.

Tides today are favorable for action: you’ve got a low tide at 6:26 AM...

This is Artificial Lure, coming to you from Islamorada, the sportfishing capital of the world, bringing your boots-on-the-dock fishing report for Sunday, November 9, 2025.

The sun’s just up over the palm line at 7:28 a.m. and will dip back behind the horizon tonight at 6:44 p.m., so you’ve got a solid day to get lines wet. We’re looking at mild post-cold-front weather—temps kicking off in the low 70s this morning, climbing to the low 80s by midafternoon, with passing clouds and a breeze out of the north keeping things cool and clear most of the day. Acc...

This is Artificial Lure reporting from beautiful Islamorada, Florida—where November’s cool mornings heat up quick and the bite is keeping lines tight from the backcountry to bluewater. Let’s get right into your Saturday fishing report for November 8, 2025.

We’re seeing classic late fall conditions: clear skies, a fresh breeze out of the east at about 8 to 12 knots, and temps starting in the upper 70s before pushing into the low 80s by midday. The humidity is hanging around, but it’s nothing the locals can’t handle. According to MarineWeather.net, yesterday’s calm held, so expect nice se...

Islamorada anglers, it’s Artificial Lure with your Friday, November 7th fishing report, dialed in for the heart of the Upper Keys. The day started with calm, cool conditions—air temps hovering around a mild 75 degrees as of sunrise at 7:18 am, and we’re looking at a high near 80 by midday, with just a gentle east-northeast breeze at 5 to 10 knots. Expect a slight chance of passing showers, but seas are holding steady at 1 foot or less—ideal for both bay and offshore runs, according to NOAA’s local marine forecast.

Tidal movement today is subtle, with a tidal coefficien...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure coming to you from Islamorada with your November 6th, 2025, local fishing report—straight from the fabulous Florida Keys.

We kicked off today with **picture-perfect Keys weather**—temperatures are sitting comfortably around 80 degrees, peaking at 81, with lows in the mid-70s. Breezes are light and steady out of the east-northeast, keeping the seas friendly but giving just enough ripple for those fish to stay active. Skies are mostly clear and things look stable, prime for both offshore and inshore action, according to recent National Weather Service updates.

**Sunrise lit up the islands at 6...

This is Artificial Lure coming to you live with your Islamorada fishing report for today, November 5th, 2025.

First off, we’ve got a picture-perfect Keys morning out here—air temps in the mid-70s at sunrise, just a whisper of northeast breeze, and only patchy clouds overhead. The forecast calls for light winds holding steady all day, topping out around 10 to 12 knots. Water clarity is downright gorgeous—almost gin-clear up on the flats and a pretty teal out around the edge of the reef. No rain in sight, so tie up those rain jackets and leave ‘em at home. Ac...

Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada bite report for Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, bringing you the latest from the water’s edge. Sunrise hit at 7:29 AM, with sundown coming at 6:44 PM, so you’ve got a solid window of daylight to chase linesiders and put some meat in the box. Tides are running slow this morning with a low moving through at 7:24 AM, peaking to a high around 12:15 PM, before easing back down again—today’s tidal coefficient is on the low side, so expect mellow currents, favoring stealthy approaches along flats and channel edges, especially for light tackle fans.

Wea...

It’s Artificial Lure reporting live from Islamorada, the jewel of the Upper Keys, with your November 3rd, 2025 local fishing rundown.

Start your day with a cool 76°F as the sun peeks above the horizon at 7:27 am, setting gently at 6:46 pm according to USHarbors. Expect a mild low near 74°F overnight, with winds out of the northeast at 10–15 knots and nearshore waters running a light to moderate chop, so keep one eye on the marine weather courtesy of MarineWeather.net. Rain chances tilt between 20 and 30 percent by evening, but that ain’t likely to keep the die-hards off the wate...

Islamorada wakes up to perfect fishing weather this Sunday, November 2nd. Skies are crystal clear, barely a cloud in sight, and we’re sitting at a comfortable 80°F. Winds are steady at 15 mph, gusting up to 21, which pushes a nice chop onto the flats and gets the bait moving. Humidity is at 68%, dew point 69°F, and the water’s holding at a cozy 77°F. Sunrise cracked at 7:25 am and sunset is coming up at 6:48 pm, so there’s a solid window for morning and evening bites.

The tide’s rhythmic today: low at 9:26 am, high peaking 0.79 feet at 3:09 pm, and hea...

Artificial Lure here, dropping your Islamorada fishing report for Saturday, November 1st, 2025.

A cool breeze is shaking off the heat and the morning started with *partly cloudy skies* and temperatures around 72°F. The wind’s coming in from the northeast at 11 to 14 knots, making the flats clean and a touch choppy offshore—great news for those chasing pelagics. No coastal flooding and no sign of red tide in the Upper or Middle Keys, so breathe easy and get after it according to the National Weather Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.

Today’s sunrise hit at...

Artificial Lure here with your boots-on-the-dock Islamorada fishing report for Thursday, October 30, 2025—if you’re waking up early or rigging up for that sunset bite, let’s get you dialed in.

**Weather and Tides:**
Right now in Islamorada, skies are partly cloudy and the morning’s cool breeze is keeping the humidity comfortable. Winds are laying down just enough to make the channels and backcountry fishable but may kick up for a sporty drift over the reef if you head out later. According to the latest Islamorada Bay forecast, look for sunrise at 7:29am with sunset at 6:43pm—so yo...

This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Wednesday, October 29th, 2025.

We’re kicking things off with perfect fall weather in the Upper Keys this morning. The air’s sitting around 81°, humidity is up, and winds are light, making for slick calm conditions—ideal for both inshore and offshore runs. Sunrise hit at 7:22, with sunset coming at 6:51 this evening, so you’ve got plenty of daylight window to work the tides and chase that bite. Water temps are a steady 82°F according to US Harbors.

On the tide chart, we started the day with a low tide...

Good morning from Islamorada, Florida—this is Artificial Lure with your October 28, 2025 fishing report. Conditions are shaping up for a classic Keys adventure, so grab your tackle and let’s get after it!

First, a look at today’s weather and tides. We’re waking up to perfect Keys fall conditions: clear skies, 80°F air, light breeze around 15 mph, humidity at 68%, and a water temperature right around 77°F. Sunrise was at 7:28 am, and the sun will drop at 6:44 pm—giving you just over 11 hours of daylight to make something happen. Tidal action is mellow: low tide rolled through at 12:46 am...

Artificial Lure reporting from Islamorada, the Sportfishing Capital of the World, with today’s hot news from the water. Sunrise hit the flats at 7:28 AM and daylight’ll run right up till sunset at 6:46 PM. The air’s cool and perfect for October, sitting pretty between 73 and 81 degrees, humidity at a comfy 68%, and water temps clocking a crisp 77°F—prime conditions anglers dream about, with a slight northeast breeze to keep things lively according to the latest Islamorada Fishing Report.

Tidal movement is real mellow today, as Tides4Fishing charts tell us we’re riding an average tidal coefficient...

Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Sunday, October 26, 2025.

Right now in Islamorada we’ve got **ideal October conditions**: glassy calm morning, **zero cloud cover** and a cool breeze clocking around 15 mph out of the east. The temperature’s perfect for anglers—hovering between 73 and 81°F, with water temps solid at **77°F**. Humidity is running 68%. Sunrise hit at 7:27 am, sunset will be 6:46 pm—plenty of daylight for those eager lines[2].

**Tide info**: We had a high tide at 5:24 am (0.69 ft), are dropping to low at 9:47 am (0.66 ft), then swing back up for a high at 3:34 pm (0.69 f...

Artificial Lure coming to you with the Islamorada fishing report for October 25, 2025.

Today’s conditions feature **partly cloudy skies, a steady breeze out of the east, and temperatures swinging between a warm 83° and a pleasant 79°**, according to the latest marine weather forecasts. Water temps are cooling as we swing deeper into fall, setting the stage for some serious fish movement. The **sunrise hit at 7:26 AM and sunset is set for 6:46 PM**, so folks are already out there at first light chasing the bite.

The **tides are soft today—expect a low tide at 8:49 AM and high tide r...

Artificial Lure here coming to you from Islamorada on Friday, October 24th, 2025, with your local fishing report and a fresh cup of boat ramp gossip to start your morning. Right now, the sun rose over the water at 7:25 AM and she’ll set at 6:48 PM tonight, with those classic gold-and-purple Keys colors promising some magic hours just before sundown.

Tide action today is steady as she goes. According to TidesChart, we had a high tide roll through just after 4 AM at 0.79 feet, a low tide at 9:49 AM at 0.72 feet, and we’ll see the next good push of wate...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Thursday, October 23, 2025.

We’re starting off the day with fall weather rolling through—temperatures are kicking off in the high 70s, with a light northeast breeze, and we’ve got some patchy clouds overhead. According to Islamorada, Florida Bay local weather reports, the wind will be moderate but shouldn’t keep you off the water. Sunrise today came at 7:25 a.m., and sunset will be right around 6:49 p.m. If you’re headed out early or late, the tide charts show a high tide at 4:46 a.m. and a...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you live from the beautiful Florida Keys on this Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025.

The sun rose at 7:25 this morning and we've got daylight until 6:50 tonight, giving us plenty of time to chase some fish. Right now we're looking at partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the low 80s – absolutely perfect conditions for getting out on the water.

Let's talk tides. We're working with a tidal coefficient of 82, which is high, meaning we've got good water movement today. That's exactly what we want to see. We had a high ti...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to for all things fishing in Islamorada. Today, October 21st, 2025, is looking like a great day on the water. The tide is low at 6:21 AM and high by 11:34 AM, with another low at 6:07 PM[6]. We're expecting a partly cloudy day with temps around the mid-70s to mid-80s, perfect for a day of casting.

Fish activity has been strong lately, with snapper and mackerel biting well. Tarpon are also active, especially in areas with strong currents[14]. For gear, I recommend using live bait like pilchards and minnows for offshore fishing...

Islamorada anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Monday morning fishing report for October 20th, 2025. The day breaks with sunrise at 7:24 a.m. and we’ll have lines in the water until sunset just shy of 6:52 p.m. A strong fall tide cycle is working in our favor today—with the high hitting at 2:57 a.m. around 3.1 feet, a quick drop to a low at 10:57 a.m. around half a foot, and another moderate high at 3:42 p.m. These wide swings promise active current and some real movement on the flats and patch reefs.

The weather is textbook for October in...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada fishing report for Sunday, October 19, 2025.

We’re kicking off the day under classic Keys conditions—warm, balmy, and humid, with lows around 77 and highs near 81. Islamorada is seeing partly cloudy skies, and there’s a 45% shot at scattered storms rolling in later, so pack that rain jacket just in case, but overall it’s a fishy morning—classic fall Keys weather according to Islamorada, Florida Bay’s current forecast.

Tide-wise, we’ve got a **low tide at 5:02 AM, high tide rolling in at 10:20 AM, another low at 5:10 PM, and the ev...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Saturday fishing report for Islamorada and the surrounding Keys waters.

We've got another beautiful day shaping up with sunrise at 7:18 AM and sunset coming at 6:59 PM. The weather's cooperating nicely with partly cloudy skies and temperatures around 82 degrees. Water temps are matching that at 82 degrees, which has the fish active and feeding.

Let's talk tides for today. We're working with some good water movement. The morning low tide hits around 8:44 AM dropping to just 0.01 feet, followed by an afternoon high at 2:11 PM reaching 0.6 feet. We'll see...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Friday fishing report for Islamorada and the surrounding Keys waters.

We've got ideal conditions shaping up today. Sunrise hit at 7:18 AM with sunset coming at 6:59 PM, giving us nearly 12 hours of prime fishing time. The weather's cooperating beautifully with partly cloudy skies and temperatures hovering around 82 degrees. Water temps are matching that at 82 degrees, which has the fish active and feeding.

Let's talk tides. We had a high tide early this morning at 12:36 AM reaching 0.95 feet. We're currently between tides with our next low at 8:44 AM...

Good morning from Islamorada—this is Artificial Lure, bringing you your Keys fishing report for Wednesday, October 15, 2025. We kicked off the morning with calm, clear skies and a balmy fall 80°, with just a light breeze and little chop on the bay, according to MarineWeather.net’s overnight forecast. Today's sunrise cracked the horizon at 7:22 AM and we’re expecting sunset tonight at 6:56 PM.

Tides for Islamorada are showing a low tide at 5:40 AM, peaking into a strong high around 11:02 AM, and another low at 8:00 PM. That midday push promises prime movement along the flats and around the bridges, making...

Good morning from Islamorada, the Sportfishing Capital of the World—this is Artificial Lure, bringing you today’s report for Sunday, October 12th, 2025.

Sunrise was at 7:19 AM, and you’ll have daylight until 6:58 PM. Tides are moderate today: the early high tide peaked at 12:41 AM at 2.1 feet. Right now, we’re seeing a slow ebb with a low tide just past at 8:15 AM (0.1 ft), so expect some classic fall moving water for the late morning bite. Next up is a solid incoming push for that early afternoon session, hitting a high at 3:02 PM, and wrapping the day with a modest...

Sun’s on the rise here in Islamorada, and it’s shaping up to be a classic Florida Keys fall morning. Let’s cut straight to the chase. According to Keys Weekly, inshore action is steady, patch reefs off Islamorada are loaded with fresh pilchards and minnows—perfect for loading up the livewell before heading offshore. Live bait has been the name of the game, especially for blackfin tuna. The crews who’ve been chumming hard are putting quality tuna in the boat quick—consistent action, limit catches, and some solid fish. You want tuna? The hump is the spot—get out there...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing in Islamorada. Today, October 10th, 2025, is shaping up to be an average day for fishing. The tide is rising, with high tides expected at 4:41 AM and 3:56 PM, and low tides at 10:56 AM and 10:25 PM.

Weather-wise, we're looking at patchy rain and a cloudy sky with a temperature of 82°F. Wind is moderate at 15 mph. The sun rises at 7:19 AM and sets at 7:00 PM.

Fish activity is decent, with a focus on species like mahi-mahi, tuna, and wahoo. For those looking for a challenge, s...

Good morning from beautiful Islamorada—this is Artificial Lure bringing you your local fishing report for Wednesday, October 8, 2025.

We kicked off the day with clear skies, a sunrise at 7:18, and temperatures climbing through the mid-80s. Water temps are holding steady around 85°F, according to Islamorada Bay marine reports, setting a warm stage for the bite. Winds are light, just 5–10 knots, with calm seas and only a slight chop inshore. Out over Florida Bay and Hawk Channel, scattered storms could pop up later, so keep an eye out if you’re running south, but overall, it's the kind of weat...

It’s Artificial Lure bringing you the report from Islamorada, Florida, for Sunday, October 5th, 2025. We’re sitting right at the heart of the fall bite, and things are lining up for a solid day on the water.

Weather’s warm and wind is out of the southeast, typical Keys early October with just a touch of humidity and some light chop on the bay—nothing to keep you off the water. Sunrise hit at 7:17 AM and sunset will wrap things up at 7:06 PM, so we’ve got over eleven hours to work those lines according to Tides4Fishing. Duration: 00:03:16

Islamorada anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Saturday, October 4, 2025.

An absolutely classic early October morning in the Upper Keys—temps starting in the mid 70s, building toward an 85-degree high by afternoon, and a touch less humidity thanks to mild northeast breezes. The barometer’s steady, skies partly cloudy, the kind of weather the locals wait for all summer.

Sunrise hit at 7:16 a.m., with sunset coming at 7:06 p.m., giving you a fat window to get on the water. Today’s tide pattern is promising: we saw a low at 6:35 a.m...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure reporting from the heart of Islamorada, where the salt air is crisp, the bite’s heating up, and the endless stretch of the Florida Keys is showing off for early October.

Today, October 3rd, lines hit the water with a sunrise at 7:16 a.m., and we can look forward to sunset at 7:07 p.m., plenty of daylight to chase down a mixed bag. The weather’s hanging around the low 80s with a light breeze out of the southeast—classic fall in the Upper Keys, with hardly a cloud rolling by and just the righ...

Hey there, this is Artificial Lure—your go-to guide for all things sportfishing in Islamorada, and today we’re dialing in the details straight from the deep blue backyard we call home.

Let’s get the basics on the board. Sunrise kicked off at 7:14 AM, with sunset set to fade at 7:10 PM—perfect for squeezing in those early and late bites. Moon’s riding the First Quarter, up over 45% full, so expect a little extra movement in the water. Tide’s tell a story today: a high popped up at 5:30 AM to 0.72 feet, the low’s due at 2:53 PM at 0.23 fee...

Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada fishing report for Sunday, September 28th, 2025. We’re kicking things off under classic late September conditions—humidity’s still lingering but the mornings are just a hair cooler, and that means the fall bite is picking up steam. Sunrise was at 7:14 AM and sunset’s coming at 7:12 PM, giving you a good long window to get lines wet. According to TidesChart, we saw our high tide right at 6:50 AM, so anglers working the backcountry or the bridges early had moving water on their side. Expect the outgoing tide to dominate through mid-morning with another slight p...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, September 27th fishing report for beautiful Islamorada, Florida.

The day’s off to a warm, humid start with the sun rising at 7:13 AM and setting right at 7:13 PM, giving us just about twelve hours on the water to make something happen. We’ve got a weak tidal swing today—low tide hit around 6:30 AM and we’ll see the high moving in at 12:59 PM, before dropping back off to another low close to sunset at 6:56 PM, according to Alligator Reef Hawk Channel tide tables. Tidal coefficients are down to 49, which me...

Islamorada locals call it the Sportfishing Capital of the World for good reason—this Friday, September 26th, 2025, proved why once again. Sunrise crept over the horizon at 7:13 AM and delivered a muggy start hovering in the low 80s, with light southeast winds around 8 knots, and scattered clouds, making for perfect sight casting conditions out on the flats.

Tidewise, anglers caught a falling tide after a modest early morning high around 5:11 AM, bottoming out near 10:50 AM, then back up with an afternoon push peaking around 4 PM. With lower tidal coefficients this week in Florida Bay, moving water was subtle bu...

It’s Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada fishing report for Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The sun’s just cracking the horizon at 7:12 this morning, with lines of orange bouncing off slick-calm waters. Expect sunset around 7:17 tonight, giving you over 12 hours to chase whatever’s biting.

Tides in Islamorada are running gentle today, with a low at 9:50 am, then peaking for a moderate high at 3:37 pm before dropping again around 10:06 tonight, according to TidesChart. The tidal swing isn’t huge, so moving water will be limited, but it’ll still concentrate your best bites around those turnarounds. Solunar tables show middling a...

Good morning from Islamorada, this is Artificial Lure and here’s your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Saturday, September 20th, 2025.

Starting off, the sunrise hit at 7:11 this morning with sunset coming at 7:22 tonight, giving us a solid window of daylight and prime fishing hours. Right now, we’re riding a high tidal coefficient of 88—according to the Flamingo (Florida Bay) tide logs that equals big water movement and some lively bites. The day’s tides set up like this: low at 3:16 am, a push to high tide at 10:17 am, dropping out to another low around 3:14 pm, then a healthy upsurge...

It’s Artificial Lure checking in with your up-to-the-minute Islamorada fishing report for Friday, September 19, 2025. Let’s jump straight into what’s happening on the water today.

First light hit the Keys at **7:10 AM**, with sunset set for **7:22 PM**. Expect a partly cloudy sky giving way to afternoon showers, with air temps hovering around **88°F** and humidity in the mid-sixties. The breeze will stay light out of the west-southwest at 4–8 mph. According to Whale Harbor weather, slight thunderstorms are possible after lunch, so keep a rain jacket handy and watch how these fronts can trigger a hot bite.
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Good morning, Islamorada anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your local fishing report for Wednesday, September 17th, 2025.

We’re kicking off the day with a tide schedule that favors both inshore and backcountry action. First low tide landed at 2:02 AM, first high at 7:45 AM—right around sunrise at 7:09 AM today. Afternoon lows hit at 4:05 PM, and you’ve got one more high at 9:31 PM. Sunset’s at 7:23 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight for both early and late runs. Tidal range is modest, with surface currents not running too strong—perfect for a stealthier presentation, especially in the creek...

Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada fishing report for Sunday, September 14, 2025.

We’re kicking things off with a beautiful morning—sunrise at 7:09 am and sunset set for 7:28 pm. That’s a little over twelve hours of daylight, perfect for squeezing in a full day out on the water. Current weather shows mild conditions and a high around 84°F, with variable winds at 5 knots or less. Keep an eye on the sky though, as NOAA says scattered showers and possibly a thunderstorm are on tap, especially later in the day.

Tides are on the lower side today, with a...

Good morning, folks—Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, September 13th, 2025 Islamorada fishing report. If you’re gearing up for a day on the water in the Upper Keys, we’ve got prime conditions coming your way.

First off, let’s talk tides and sun. According to Tide-Forecast.com, we started with a high tide at 2:38 AM, dropping to a near-bottomed-out low at 11:05 AM—just 0.08 feet—before the next high at 4:31 PM. That mid-afternoon high is lining up perfect for the evening bite. Sunrise hit at 7:07 AM and we’ll see sunset at 7:28 PM, so you’ve got some solid light...

It’s Artificial Lure reporting live from Islamorada, the Sportfishing Capital of the World, and today—Friday, September 12th, 2025—the weather is setting us up for another memorable outing. Early risers caught the **sunrise at 7:08 am**, and for those thinking about an evening bite, set your sights on lines-in at sunset, **7:30 pm**.

Conditions are classic late-summer Keys, as winds are moderate and the sky is partly cloudy, with temps holding in the mid-80s. The barometer’s steady and humidity is up, meaning topwater action is likely to be solid till midday.

**Tidal activity** is moderate today—a...

This is Artificial Lure, bringing you today’s fresh fishing report for Islamorada, Florida, the Sport Fishing Capital of the World, right here on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025.

We started the morning with a balmy sunrise at 7:05 AM and we’ll have daylight running until 7:33 PM, offering over twelve hours to wet a line. Weather’s classic Florida Keys: southerly winds around 8 knots, air temp in the low 80s at dawn, climbing to the high 80s by late afternoon, with a 30% shot at a passing shower midafternoon. Humidity is up, but breezes kept the bugs and heat manageable through most o...

Good morning from beautiful Islamorada, the heart of the Florida Keys—this is Artificial Lure bringing you your local fishing report for Sunday, September 7th, 2025.

First light crested the water at 7:05 AM, and you’ll have lines in the water right up until sunset at 7:37 PM. We’re working with a classic late-summer weather pattern: air is thick and balmy, with temperatures near 80°F this morning headed into the upper 80s by midday. Look out for some pop-up showers and the occasional thunderstorm, especially in the afternoon—those weak south and southwest winds at 5 knots keep things calm, but the m...

Islamorada’s sunrise painted the sky at 7:01 this morning, as the Keys woke to classic late-summer conditions: warm, muggy, and breezy with temperatures already in the mid-80s and water temps holding steady at 85°F. Sunset later will be at 7:49, giving anglers nearly 13 hours of golden opportunities to get lines tight. The weather is unsettled—reports out of Key West mentioned winds from the north at 15–20 mph and a tropical depression approaching from the east, so keep an eye out for squalls, especially in the afternoon. High tidal coefficients today (starting around 77 and reaching 84 at noon) mean strong tidal currents, with a...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure reporting live from Islamorada, your Florida Keys fishing headquarters on this Friday, September 5th, 2025.

We started the day with a sunrise at 6:38 am and you’ll have plenty of light until sunset at 8:16 pm. The temperature is sitting pretty at 83°F, with some cloud cover building up and a soft west wind near 4 mph—humidity at 67% is keeping things sticky, but that’s classic September Keys weather. Water temps are hovering around 82°F so fish activity remains lively.

Today’s tide gives you a low first thing at 4:05 am, and incomi...

This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Hot, humid, and classic late-summer Keys weather has settled in over the islands today, with temps hovering in the mid 80s and real-feel pushing above 90. The breeze has been light from the southwest, running about 5 to 10 knots, so the oceanside and bay waters have just a light chop—perfect for the small-boat crowd and backcountry ventures. Keep an eye out, though: the National Weather Service Miami is calling for afternoon showers and scattered storms, so top off the bilge pumps and have that rain gear nearby.

Lo...

This is Artificial Lure coming to you with today’s Islamorada fishing report for Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Here in the Upper Keys we're waking to an overcast sky with on-and-off showers expected throughout the day, temps holding steady between 86 and 80 degrees, and a west wind pushing 13 mph. Conditions are sticky, but that breeze is a welcome relief for anglers venturing out early. Sunrise hit at 7:02 am, and sunset rolls in at 7:44 pm, so you’ve got good daylight to chase the bite.

Tides today are mellow, with a lower tidal coefficient—meaning limited current and not a lot of...

Good morning, it’s Artificial Lure here with your Islamorada fishing report for Saturday, August 30th, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 6:54 a.m. and sunset’s set for 7:57 p.m., giving us a long stretch of daylight for anglers to get after it. The weather out on the water is mostly cloudy this morning, holding steady around 83 degrees but feeling more like 91 with that humidity at 78%. Winds are light out of the south, only about 7 miles per hour—so it’s a comfortable run whether you’re fishing offshore or poking around the backcountry. There’s a slight chance of a thundersto...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure, bringing you your fishing report for Islamorada, Florida, on Friday, August 29, 2025.

Today’s conditions in Islamorada are looking prime for summer fishing: sunrise at 6:54 am, sunset at 7:57 pm, giving us just over 13 daylight hours to chase the bite. Water temperature is holding steady around **82–86°F**, and the air’s a pleasant 86°F with 72% humidity. Winds are light at about **6 mph from the east**—should keep the seas manageable and the skiffs running smooth. There’s a **chance of scattered thunderstorms later today**, so keep an eye out, and plan to fish the morning...

Hot and steamy out of Islamorada, Florida tonight, where the late August fishing has been firing on all cylinders. Weather’s been classic summer: **sunrise at 7:01am, sunset at 7:49pm, highs peaking at 86°F, water temp a warm 85°F, humidity running high**, and a light southeast breeze to keep the bugs at bay. The tides today: low around 3:19am and 8:04pm, with high at 11:10am, so evening bites have been solid on outgoing water, especially near bridge channels and flats.

If you’re up early or headed out after dinner, you hit the **major fishing windows**: just after sunris...

This is Artificial Lure with your Islamorada fishing report for Sunday, August 24th, 2025.

The first hints of sunlight hit the islands at 6:54 this morning, and folks will be casting long shadows until sunset around 7:57 tonight, so you’ve got a full day to get after it. MarineWeather.net is showing classic late summer weather: temperatures starting out in the mid-80s and climbing to a humid high near 90, with a 30% chance of an afternoon thunderstorm. Winds are gentle from the east at about 6 mph, so the bay and oceanside should be comfortable for most craft.

Tide-forecast.co...