Chesapeake Bay Baltimore Washington D.C. Fishing Report Today

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Chesapeake Bay report for the Baltimore–D.C. crowd.

Up around Baltimore, NOAA’s Baltimore tide station shows a predawn low and a late‑morning high, so you’re fishing a classic *incoming tide* through the morning, then dropping water this afternoon. That moving water is what you want to line up with your trip. Tide-Forecast and regional tables put sunrise right around 7:25 a.m. and sunset just after 5 p.m., so your prime bites are that first light push and the last two hours of daylight around the evening tide swing...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Baltimore–D.C. fishing report.

We’re in a classic mid‑winter pattern: cold mornings, light northwest breeze, and calm, fishable days between fronts. Air is hovering in the 30s at first light, easing into the low 40s with some sun and just enough chop to put a little life in the water. Local marine forecasts are calling for relatively light winds and workable seas most of the day.

According to Tide-Forecast for the central Bay, around the Bay Bridge you’re looking at a pre‑dawn low, mid‑day hi...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your Chesapeake Bay angling guru, comin' at ya from the salty shores 'round Baltimore and D.C. on this crisp January 7th mornin'. Winter's grip is tight, but the rockfish—striped bass to you newcomers—are holdin' steady in deeper channels, schoolin' up against the cold. NOAA Fisheries notes moderate ocean conditions pushin' fish our way, and locals report solid catches of 28- to 40-inch stripers last week, with a few tog mixin' in. Limits are hittin' boats trollin' umbrella rigs or jiggin' paddletails—Fat Sam 3- and 4-inch mullets on jigheads are killin' it for ro...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay fishing guru, comin' at ya live from the waters 'round Baltimore and D.C. on this crisp January 5th, 2026, at 8:21 AM. Winter's grip is on, but the bay's still givin' up fish if ya know where to look.

Weather's playin' nice today—NW winds at 10 knots, gustin' to 20 later, waves holdin' at 1 foot, per the National Weather Service marine forecast for Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island. Tonight calms to N winds at 5 knots. Sunrise hit around 7:20 AM, sunset 'bout 5:00 PM, keepin' those daylight hours short.

Tides ar...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your Chesapeake Bay angling buddy, comin' at ya with the straight scoop on fishin' around Baltimore and D.C. this chilly January 4th mornin'. Water's cold, but the rockfish are holdin' steady.

Tides today got low around 5-7am at about 0.2-0.5 feet near Chance and Chesapeake Beach, high hittin' mid-mornin' pushin' 2 feet plus, per Tide-Forecast.com charts. Fish the incoming—bait moves right into the striper ambushes. National Weather Service says NW winds 5-15 knots, gustin' 20, waves 1-2 feet in the Bay from Pooles Island to Drum Point. Bundle up, sunrise 'round 7:25am...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to Chesapeake Bay fishing guru, comin' at ya live from the banks on this chilly January 3rd mornin'. Sunrise hit around 7:25 AM, sunset's callin' it at 4:55 PM—short days, but the fish don't care if you're bundled up right.

Tides today per NOAA Tides & Currents: low around 12:30 PM at -0.17 ft near Baltimore, high earlier at 12:10 PM pushin' 1.77 ft. FishTalk Mag's Way North report says we're in slow winter mode, but blue catfish are stackin' up deep at the Susquehanna mouth—folks from Havre de Grace to Conowingo Dam pullin' 'em stea...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay angling guru, comin' atcha live from the waters 'round Baltimore and D.C. on this crisp January 2nd mornin'. Winter pattern's locked in tight—cold snaps keepin' water temps hoverin' 'round 42-45 degrees, makin' fish hug structure and deep channels. NOAA Tides & Currents shows high tide 'round 3:20 AM at 8.10 ft in Baltimore, low at 6:53 AM (7.19 ft), next high 11:21 AM, and sunset 'bout 4:50 PM after a 7:20 AM sunrise. Tides runnin' strong today per Tide-Forecast.com—fish the outgoing for best bites.

Weather's NW winds 5-10 knots easin' off yesterday's Small Craf...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay angling guru, comin' at ya from the docks near Baltimore and D.C. on this chilly New Year's Eve mornin'. Weather's lookin' brisk with west winds 15-25 knots gustin' to 30, waves 2-4 feet per WBOC reports—small craft advisory till 6pm, so bundle up and watch them swells. Tides in Baltimore run high around 2:26am at 5.51 feet, low 9:38am at 4.38 feet, per Tide-Forecast.com; expect similar swings Bay-wide, with outgoing movin' fish good this afternoon.

Sunrise 'bout 7:20am, sunset 4:50pm—short days, but stripers are still prowlin' deep. Recent acti...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay angling guru, comin' at ya from the waters 'round Baltimore and D.C. on this chilly December 29th, 2025, at 8:20 AM. Sunrise hit 'bout 7:15 AM, sunset 'round 4:50 PM—short days mean fish are feedin' fierce in the light.

Tides today per Tide-Forecast.com: Low at Chance, Chesapeake Bay 'round 2:19 AM at -0.29 ft, high mornin' pushin' 1.76 ft near Bayville by 4:39 AM EST. Fish the incoming for best bites. Weather's rough—National Weather Service has Small Craft Advisory till 6 AM, then Gale Warning kickin' in with northwest winds 15-25 knots, gusts high...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay angling guru, comin' at ya live from the salty shores 'round Baltimore and D.C. on this crisp December 27th mornin' at 8:21. Winter's grip is tight, but the Bay's still givin' up fish if ya know where to cast.

Tides today at Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel show low at 5:31 AM hittin' 1.0 ft, high around noon at 3.7 ft, then low again 6:36 PM at 1.0 ft—perfect for workin' the outgoing for stripers. Sunrise was 7:23 AM, sunset 6:12 PM, with solunar activity low at 41, so peak bites 'round dawn and dusk per Tides4Fishing ch...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, your Chesapeake Bay angling guru, comin' at ya from the waters 'tween Baltimore and D.C. on this crisp post-Christmas mornin'. Water temps hoverin' 'round 50 degrees at the Chesapeake Light Tower, per Cville Buzz reports, settin' up prime late-fall bites before striped bass season shuts Dec 31.

Tides today at Chesapeake Bay Bridge main channel show low at 4:30am (0.23ft), high 'round 10:30am (about 2.8ft), then low evenin'—fish the incomin' for best action, like NOAA Tides predicts. Weather's mostly cloudy and cool, highs in the 40s, maybe a sprinkle, says WBOC forecast—bundle up...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay fishing guru, comin' at ya from the waters 'round Baltimore and D.C. on this crisp Christmas Eve mornin'. Skies are partly cloudy with temps hoverin' in the low 40s, light northwest winds makin' it fishable if ya bundle up—sunrise hit around 7:15 AM, sunset 'bout 4:50 PM. Tides at the Bay Bridge Tunnel show low at 5:13 AM around 0.7 feet, high at noon near 3 feet, droppin' to low 0.8 feet by 6 PM—fish the outgoing for best action.

Rockfish are stackin' up thick from Kent Island to Cape Charles, with reports of b...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure comin' atcha live from the Chesapeake Bay shores near Baltimore and D.C. on this chilly December 21st mornin' at 8:20. Winter's grip is on, but the rockfish—striped bass to you outsiders—are still schoolin' up in the coastal bay pockets, movin' with these sharp temp swings, per Great Day Outdoors' latest report through December 24.

Tides today at Chesapeake Beach hit high around 3:55 AM at 0.68 feet, droppin' low mid-mornin', then risin' again—perfect for fishin' the outgoing near structure, says Tide-Forecast.com. Sunrise was 'bout 7:15 AM, sunset 'round 4:50 PM, givin' ya a short...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore–Washington corridor.

We’re sitting in a classic late‑December pattern: cold air, water temps mostly in the low to mid‑40s, and a stiff south to southwest breeze. The National Weather Service marine forecast for the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake and tidal Potomac is calling for south winds around 15 knots today, easing a bit tonight, with waves 1 to 2 feet on the open Bay. That’s fishable, but it’ll be bumpy in the middle; small boats should tuck in along the western shore, creeks, and...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Chesapeake Bay Baltimore–D.C. fishing report.

We’re sitting in classic late‑December pattern: cold, clear mornings, light northwest breeze, temps climbing through the 40s into low 50s with high pressure dominating. Around Baltimore, the National Weather Service is calling for mostly sunny skies and relatively calm winds, so it’s a fishable day, especially in the creeks and rivers.

Sunrise is right around 7:20 a.m. with sunset near 4:45 p.m. First light and last light are your money windows; the bite has been noticeably better on those edge...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your go-to Chesapeake Bay angling pro, comin' at ya from the Baltimore-DC waters on this crisp December 17th mornin' at 8:20. Winter's grip is on, but the Bay's still givin' up fish if ya know where to swing.

Weather's cooperative today—light winds variable out of the north, temps hoverin' in the low 40s risin' to mid-40s, partly cloudy skies per the latest NWS maps. Sunrise hit around 7:15 AM, sunset 'bout 4:50 PM, givin' ya a solid 9+ hours of light. Tides at Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel show high around 5:40 AM at 2.6 ft, low at no...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore–Washington corridor.

We’re sitting on a winter pattern now: cold, clear, and a bit breezy behind last night’s front. Marine forecasts from the National Weather Service for the Maryland portion of the Bay and Tidal Potomac call for west winds running 15 to 25 knots under a Small Craft Advisory, easing slightly this afternoon. Air temps are riding the 30s to low 40s, water temps generally in the low to mid‑40s. Dress like you’re ice‑fishing.

Tides around mid‑Bay line up with a pre‑...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay angling guru, comin' at ya from the Baltimore-DC waters on this chilly December 14th mornin' at 8:20. Winter's grip is tight with temps hoverin' in the low 30s overnight, risin' to upper 30s by day, but brace for accumulatin' snow tonight into tomorrow per the National Weather Service, plus a Gale Warning blastin' the bay and tidal spots from mornin' through evenin'. Sunrise kicked off at 7:07 AM, sunset's at 4:52 PM—short days mean fish are hunkered in deeper channels.

Tides today at spots like Chesapeake Beach and Janes Island Light sh...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore–Washington corridor.

We’re locked into a classic early-winter pattern now. The latest Maryland DNR fishing report says Bay surface temps are running low 40s, with rivers even colder, and a mostly clear, breezy stretch on tap. Winds on the upper and middle Bay are running northwest today, 10–20, so it’s a “pick your window” kind of day, not a flat-calm pleasure cruise.

According to NOAA’s tide predictions for the central Bay, you’re looking at modest highs around late morning and agai...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Chesapeake Bay Baltimore–D.C. fishing report.

We woke up to classic mid‑December Bay weather: cold, clear, and breezy. The National Weather Service marine forecast for the mid‑Bay is calling for northwest winds 10–15 knots with higher gusts, air in the 30s–40s, and water temps hovering in the low 40s. Skies stay mostly sunny once the morning clouds burn off. Around Baltimore, first light slides in just after 7 a.m., sunrise about 7:15, and you’ll lose it again around 4:45 this afternoon.

Tides in the central Bay are running a...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore–D.C. crowd.

We’re in that early winter pattern now: cold, clear, and calm more often than not, with light southwest winds around 5–10 knots on the Maryland portion of the Bay and tidal Potomac, according to the National Weather Service marine forecast. That keeps waves down near a foot, so most of the lower Bay and main-stem channel are very fishable between fronts. Plan on a chilly, frosty start, warming a bit by midday; dress like you’re staying out longer than you intend.
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Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Chesapeake Bay Baltimore–D.C. fishing report.

We’re sliding into that early‑winter pattern now. According to the Maryland DNR’s latest fishing report out of Annapolis, Bay conditions are cool, mostly sunny, and pretty stable, with light winds most days and only a slight shot at wintry stuff later in the week. Overnight lows are cold enough to chill the surface but not lock anything up, so the fish are grouping tight on structure and deeper channels.

Tide‑wise, NOAA’s predictions for the mid‑Bay show a falling t...

Name’s Artificial Lure, checking in with your Chesapeake Bay B’more–D.C. fishing report.

Up here around Baltimore and the western shore, NOAA’s Baltimore tide station shows an early **low** around 2:15 a.m., **high** near 6:45–7 a.m., another **low** just after lunch, then an evening **high** around 7:45 p.m. That gives you classic moving-water windows at first light and again toward dusk. US Harbors and MarineWeather tide tables for Chesapeake Beach and Tolchester line up with that pattern, so you can time your launches accordingly.

Weather-wise, the National Weather Service marine forecast for the Tidal...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Baltimore–D.C. fishing report.

We’re sliding into classic early-winter Bay mode: Maryland DNR’s latest report says main Bay surface temps are in the upper 40s, with low 40s in the tidal rivers and slightly warmer water down deep. Light winds and mostly clear skies are on tap per the National Weather Service marine forecast, so it’s cold but very fishable if you dress for it.

Sunrise around the upper Bay is just after 7 a.m. and sunset just before 4:45 p.m., so your prime moving-w...

Light north breeze on the Bay this morning, cold and clear, with a stiff chop only where that wind runs against the current. Around the Patapsco and Potomac mouths the tide’s just coming off the early low, with a solid afternoon high that should have fish chewing on the moving water through dusk.

Sun’s up a little after 7 and gone before 5, so the magic windows are first light through the end of the flood, and then again on the late-day ebb. Work those gray-light periods tight to channel edges, bridge pilings, and any warm discharge or rock...

# Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report – December 4th

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning Chesapeake Bay fishing report for December 4th, 2025.

We're looking at cool and sunny conditions across the bay this week, with water temperatures holding steady in the upper 40s in the main bay, and slightly cooler around 40 degrees in the rivers. Today's tide at Barren Island shows a low tide at 6:32 AM and we've got above-average tidal currents all week thanks to the full moon on December 4th and 5th.

**Upper Bay Action**

Up in the Susquehanna, the la...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning Chesapeake Bay fishing report for December 3rd, 2025.

Let's start with the tides. We're looking at a high tide this morning at 5:27 AM up around Little Creek, with lows expected mid-morning. If you're heading out to the Bridge Tunnel area, you've got similar patterns. This falling tide should push baitfish toward structure, which is gonna work in our favor.

Weather-wise, we're in that sweet spot where stable cold conditions are actually our friend. The water temps have dropped nicely, and that means the bass are transitioning into their...

# Artificial Lure's Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report - December 2nd, 2025

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Tuesday morning fishing report for the Chesapeake Bay region.

Let's start with the conditions. We've got a Gale Warning in effect through 4 AM Wednesday, so if you're planning to head out today, be prepared. Northwest winds are running 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 40 knots, and we're looking at waves around 2 to 4 feet. Tomorrow should calm down a bit with conditions improving for Wednesday. If you can wait it out, I'd recommend holding off until we see calmer seas.
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# Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report – December 1st

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Monday morning Chesapeake Bay fishing rundown. Bundle up—we're officially in prime winter fishing season around the Bay, and the action is heating up as water temps drop into the 40s.

**Tidal Conditions & Timing**

We're looking at slack tides early this morning around the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel area, which is excellent news for tog fishing. If you're targeting trout, you'll want to hit those flood tides—that's when they bite best in the shallower creeks. Low tide's coming in around 5:08 AM in som...

# Artificial Lure's Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report – Sunday, November 30, 2025

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning fishing report for the Chesapeake Bay and the Baltimore-DC corridor.

**Weather and Conditions**

We're looking at cool and sunny skies today with relatively stable conditions across the Bay. Surface water temperatures in the main Bay are holding in the low 50s, while river temps are running a bit chillier in the mid-40s. It's perfect weather to bundle up and get on the water – just make sure you're wearing that PFD.

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# Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report – November 29, 2025

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday morning Chesapeake Bay fishing update!

Let's start with the conditions. We're looking at low tides around 8-9 AM depending on your location, with highs coming in around 2-3 PM. Sunrise was early this morning, and we'll lose daylight by 5 PM, so get out there while you can. Temperatures are dropping into the 30s with light winds, perfect fall fishing weather.

The rockfish bite has been absolutely solid around the Bay Bridge lately. Anglers are pulling slot and over-slot fish in the 16 to...

# Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report - Friday, November 28th

Good morning, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, November 28th, 2025.

We've got some excellent conditions shaping up for the end of November. The tidal situation is working in our favor today. We're looking at a low tide at 4:45 AM at 0.39 feet, followed by a high tide at 11:06 AM reaching 3.41 feet. That afternoon low comes in around 5:32 PM at 0.46 feet, with another high tide pushing through at 11:24 PM at 2.79 feet. The waxing crescent moon is creating decent solunar activity with major bite windows...

# Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report - November 27, 2025

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Thursday morning fishing report for the Chesapeake Bay area.

**Tides and Conditions**

We've got a low tide this morning at 5:17 AM around 0.52 feet, with a high tide coming in around 2:48 PM at 1.88 feet. Water temperatures are hovering right around 50 degrees, so the fish are definitely transitioning into their deeper winter patterns. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect through 6 AM this morning, so if you're heading out on the water, give it a little time to calm down.

**What's...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/DC area fishing report for Wednesday, November 26, 2025. With late fall setting in, things are crisp on the water—ideal for those bundled-up diehards chasing season’s last big fish.

**Weather:** We woke to chilly temps in the low 40s, clear skies, and a light northwest breeze steady most of the day. Water temps across the Bay are flirting with the mid-40s. Sunrise was at 6:57 AM, sunset comes early at 4:49 PM—giving us a narrow, actionable window for fishing.

**Tide:** According to NOAA, expect a low around...

Chesapeake Bay anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with today’s fishing report for Baltimore and Washington, D.C. waters—Tuesday, November 25th, 2025.

We’re kicking off with sunrise at 6:56 AM and sunset at 4:48 PM. Today’s weather is classic late fall: temps starting near 41°F at dawn, climbing to around 49°F midday, and a gentle west wind at 8–12 mph. Keep it layered out there—chilly air above, but the water’s still holding some late autumn warmth. The National Weather Service advises a Small Craft Advisory from 3 PM this afternoon, so if you’re heading out later, pick pr...

This is Artificial Lure coming to you with your November 24th Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Baltimore and the D.C. corridor. We’re off to a chilly but fishy Monday. Sunrise was at 6:56 AM, and we’ll lose light at about 4:46 PM, so you’ve got those classic short late fall windows to make your day count.

Today’s weather started off brisk in the low 40s, with patchy clouds and a slight north breeze picking up as the morning moves on, typical for late November. Water temps across much of the Upper Bay and its tributaries have dro...

Good morning anglers—Artificial Lure here, bringing you the Friday, November 21 Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Baltimore/DC and surrounds.

Sunrise hit about 6:54 AM and sunset’s forecasted for 4:49 PM this evening. Conditions are classic late fall—cloud cover is patchy, temperatures swinging cool in the 40s to mid-50s, and a light north breeze. Expect above-average tidal flow today thanks to the new moon, with higher currents pushing bait and fish tight to key structures. The morning high tide was around 10:30 AM in central Bay spots like Chesapeake Beach and the Bridge Tunnel, with lows near 4 AM and ag...

# Artificial Lure's Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report – November 20, 2025

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Thursday morning report from the Chesapeake. We're looking at above-average tidal currents all week thanks to that new moon hitting today, so plan your trips accordingly.

**Tides and Conditions**

High tide is rolling in around 4:15 AM, with the next low coming at 9:53 AM. Water temps in the main bay are sitting in the low 50s, while the rivers are running a chilly mid-40s. That cooler water's got the fish fired up and actively feeding. Expect cool and windy conditions th...

# Artificial Lure's Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report – November 19, 2025

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning report from the Bay. Let me break down what's happening out there.

**Conditions & Tides**

We're looking at improving conditions after some rougher weather earlier in the week. Winds are backing off nicely, giving us that calmer window we've been waiting for. Tides today are running modest – expect low around 0.97 feet and highs near 1.61 feet in the Point Lookout area, so nothing extreme. Water temperatures are dropping into that prime November feeding window, concentrating baitfish and bringing migratory species into...

Mornin’ folks, it’s Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Tuesday, November 18, 2025. We’re seeing a low tide at 12:14 AM, followed by a high tide at 6:46 AM, with water levels peaking around 3.0 feet. The tide’s on the rise again this morning, and that’s always a good sign for stripers and rockfish. Expect another low tide around 1:25 PM and a high at 7:56 AM tomorrow. Sunrise is just past 6:50 AM, and sunset will be around 4:45 PM, so you’ve got a solid window for some late fall action.

Weather’s been a bit iffy lately, with a...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest from the water for Monday, November 17th, 2025, covering Baltimore, D.C., and all around the upper Chesapeake Bay.

We’re rolling into the teeth of mid-November, and let me tell you, the striper bite is heating up with the chill. According to Virginia Saltwater Fishing Report, November is prime time for big migratory striped bass—schools are piling up along channel edges from the Bay Bridge south all the way to the mouth, with more and more reports of legal keepers showing up each day.

This morning’s **tides** around...

Morning, folks. Artificial Lure here, and it’s a brisk one out on the Chesapeake this Sunday, November 16th. The tide’s running high at 5:32 AM and again at 5:45 PM, with lows at 11:43 AM and 11:37 PM. The water’s moving, and that’s where the action’s at. Sunrise was at 6:44 AM, and sunset’s coming up at 4:53 PM, so you’ve got a solid day ahead if you’re chasing bites.

Weather’s a bit wild—small craft advisory’s in effect from last night through late today, with a gale warning from this morning into the afternoon. Expect nort...

Morning’s here and the tide’s just starting to turn at Chesapeake Beach, with a low of about 1.05 feet and the next high coming in around 7:01 am in Chesapeake City. The water’s calm, and the sun’s peeking over the horizon, with sunrise at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. The weather’s crisp, with temps in the low 50s and a light breeze out of the northwest—perfect for a day on the water.

Striper action’s been steady, especially around the Bay Bridge and the mouth of the Potomac. Anglers are reporting good numbers of schoolie strip...

# Artificial Lure's Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report – November 14, 2025

Hey folks, it's Artificial Lure coming at you with your Friday morning Chesapeake Bay fishing update. Let's dive right in.

**Conditions Today**

We're looking at sunrise at 6:47 AM and sunset at 4:51 PM, so you've got a solid window to get out on the water. Tide-wise, expect a high tide at 2:08 AM, low at 8:49 AM, and another high at 2:30 PM. Those above-average tidal currents are still running strong thanks to that November supermoon, so factor that into your planning.

Weather's been rough lately with winds picking up...

Good morning fishers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Thursday, November 13, 2025.

We’re coming off a brisk cold front with temps topping out in the upper 50s and lows dipping into the lower 40s around Baltimore and D.C.--bundle up, because gusty southwest winds are rolling through at 15 to 20 knots, peaking at 30 knots until sunset. The bay’s surface water remains steady in the upper 50s (about 57°F), with a chillier dip in the rivers at 51-54°F. Today’s sunrise is 6:46 a.m., and sunset will be early at 4:52 p.m, so pl...

This is Artificial Lure, here with your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/DC fishing report for Tuesday, November 11th, 2025.

Sunrise hit this morning at 6:39 AM, and you can expect sunset at 4:57 PM. The November chill is in—expect those frosty mornings to hang around. Water temps are holding in the upper 50s on the Bay, with rivers running a bit cooler around the mid-50s. Get your boots and warm gear ready, wind is up and there’s a Gale Warning through Tuesday evening, so boaters stay sharp and keep an eye on the weather from the National Weather Serv...

This is Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay angling expert with your local fishing report for Monday, November 10th, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 6:38 AM with sunset coming early at 4:58 PM—short days mean timing’s everything out here. Tidal conditions today show a low at 5:21 AM, high tide peaking around 11:56 AM, and another low at 6:29 PM, according to Tide-Forecast.com. For you dawn launchers, you’ll find that first push of rising water just right for stripers feeding along the channel edges near the Key Bridge and Love Point.

Weather’s brisk, classic fall, with WNW winds at 10 to 15 mph, so dres...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, November 9, 2025, covering the Baltimore and Washington D.C. waters—let’s get right into it.

The weather’s brought some drama for us this weekend, with the morning Bay Bridge Run cancelled due to forecasted inclement weather, so expect gray skies, scattered light rain, and cooler November air, with highs only reaching about 59°F and winds shifting northerly at 5–10 knots. For tides on the bay, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge region saw low tide at 4:20 AM, high tide at 10:58 AM (up to 3.42 ft), another low at 5:26 PM, and a late hi...

Chesapeake Bay anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for November 8, 2025, covering Baltimore and Washington D.C. all the way down the bay—so grab your coffee and let’s get into what’s biting and where.

If you’re out chasing the early bite, today’s sunrise was at 6:36 a.m., with sunset coming up at 4:59 p.m. The moon’s setting at 10:27 a.m., rising again just before 8 p.m.—so look for prime action around those low-light windows. According to Tide-Forecast.com, today brings a low tide at 3:25 a.m., peaking to a high of 3.62...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, November 7, 2025, focused on the Baltimore and DC corridor.

It’s crisp out there—late fall is settling in, and frosty mornings mean bundling up is a must. Sunrise hit at 6:34 AM today, with sunset at 5:00 PM. Water temps in the Bay are sitting in the upper 50s, cooler in the rivers around the mid 50s. Expect above-average tidal currents all weekend thanks to the recent supermoon, with high tide rolling in at 9:08 AM and again at 9:33 PM, low tide just past 2:30 AM and mid-afternoon at 3:3...

Artificial Lure here with your November 6th Chesapeake Bay fishing report, coming at you from Baltimore and the D.C. metro waters. Late fall is in the air—crisp mornings, colorful trees, and anglers breaking out the boots and beanies for those chilly dawn hours. Stripers, big blue cats, and the last rounds of perch and crappie are all on the menu.

Today’s weather is classic November: mainly sunny but brisk and windy, so bundle up out there. We’re still seeing above-average tidal currents thanks to the lingering effect of the November 5th supermoon, so pay close...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/Washington D.C. fishing report for Wednesday, November 5th, 2025.

Clear, crisp fall air greeted early risers today. Sunrise rolled in at 6:31 a.m. and anglers can expect sunset at 5:03 p.m. Temperatures hold in the upper 40s to mid-60s, with northwest winds pushing 11–15 knots. A Small Craft Advisory is active until 6 p.m. and a Gale Watch kicks in for the Bay and tidal Potomac from 6 p.m. tonight through Thursday morning, so boaters should plan accordingly, especially for post-work sessions. Waves hover around 2–3 feet; if you’re traile...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/Washington D.C. fishing report for Tuesday, November 4th, 2025.

It’s a brisk morning with sunrise at 6:31 AM and sunset at 5:03 PM. Today’s tide action is solid for anglers: low tide hits just after midnight with a minor negative dip, then a nice high tide rolls in at 6:35 AM peaking at 3.57 feet, followed by another low at 12:56 PM, and an evening high around 6:57 PM up to 2.95 feet, according to Tide-Forecast.com. That early morning high tide right into first light is prime time for stripers on the move...

Artificial Lure reporting your Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore/Washington D.C. fishing forecast for Monday, November 3rd, 2025. Settle in for the scoop on the bite, weather, tides, tips, and this week’s hottest spots.

Daybreak came at 6:30 AM and we’ll see sunset at 5:04 PM. You’ll have nearly eleven hours of daylight to target the Bay’s fall run. Tidal swings are steady: look for a morning high at 7:30 AM around 2.2 feet, a midday low at 2:47 PM near 0.1 feet, and a high again just before 8 PM at about 2 feet according to the latest from Tide-Forecast.com. Outgoing and incoming...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay report for Sunday, November 2, 2025, checking in from the waters around Baltimore and the Washington D.C. corridor.

Sunrise hit at 6:29 AM and we’ll see sunset at 5:05 PM. Tidal predictions at the Bay Bridge Tunnel call for high at 4:55 AM, low at 11:05 AM, and another high at 5:16 PM—a pretty classic setup for moving bait[2]. Above average tidal currents are rolling in through Tuesday thanks to the full moon coming up on November 6, so expect faster water and more concentrated fish[9].

Weather’s coming in colder, riding steady westerly winds...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/Washington fishing report for Saturday, November 1st, 2025.

Let’s kick it off with the **tide report**: If you're on the central Bay near the Bridge Tunnel, expect high tide just after 5:00 AM at 2.7 feet, low at 11:06 AM, then rising again for a 5:22 PM high at nearly 2.8 feet. Sunrise clocks in at 7:28 AM with sunset at 6:06 PM—so you’ve got a full day’s light to work those tides according to Tide-Forecast.com.

**Weather-wise, we’re coming off the back of that big storm system...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, October 31, 2025, keeping you in the know from Baltimore down through the DC-area waters.

The **weather this morning starts out rough**: according to WBOC's marine forecast, we've got gusts up to 45 knots and waves running 3 to 5 feet on the open bay. There’s a *Gale Warning* in effect through 6 p.m. today, so if you’re on smaller craft, play it safe and stick to protected waters until conditions ease up.

**Tidal movements are classic for late October.** At the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, first high tide...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest from the water on October 30th, 2025 for the Chesapeake Bay and the Baltimore/Washington D.C. corridor.

Let’s start with the tides and the clock. If you’re launching before the sun, sunrise today is at 7:26 AM, and sunset falls at 6:08 PM. For Baltimore’s inner harbor and the mid-bay shorelines, the tide will be high at around 2:04 AM, then low near 8:26 AM, high again at 2:30 PM, and the next low tide just after dark. If you’re fishing the lower Bay or Bridge Tunnel, you'll see high tide around 2:50 AM and a...

Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Baltimore and the Washington D.C. scene.

Sunrise came at 7:25 AM, and expect sunset around 6:09 PM, so plan your bites around those low-light windows when stripers feed hardest. We’ve got a classic late October weather pattern setting up: mostly cloudy skies, brisk NE winds at 15-20 knots, and a Small Craft Advisory stretching through 6 PM per the National Weather Service and WBOC Marine Forecast. Bay waves are holding at 2-3 feet, so inshore, sheltered spots and the lee side of bridge pilings or river mouths ar...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for October 28, 2025, covering Baltimore, Washington D.C., and the stretches of the Upper Bay all the way out toward the mouth.

We woke up to a classic fall morning—clear skies with sunrise at 7:27 AM and sunset lining up just after 6 PM. Air temps kicked off in the low 50s, and as of this morning, the wind’s got a bite to it, running out of the ENE at 13 mph, gusting up to 28. NOAA’s hoisted a Small Craft Advisory through 6 PM, so watch those gusts and choppy conditions if you...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Chesapeake Bay and greater Baltimore/Washington D.C. fishing report for Monday, October 27, 2025.

We've got a mild morning shaping up around the upper Bay. According to NOAA, temperatures are starting in the low 50s, rising to the mid-60s by the afternoon with light winds out of the west—ideal conditions to hit the water before the forecasted Small Craft Advisory kicks in later today. As reported by the National Weather Service, a stronger breeze and choppier seas may develop after 10 a.m., so plan your trip with th...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/DC area fishing report for October 26, 2025.

We’re rolling into late October, and the bite around the Bay has that classic fall pulse. Weather this morning is crisp and seasonable, with overnight lows in the high 40s and mid-day temps expected up in the 60s, moderate winds out of the west—perfect for layering up and hitting your favorite spot early. There’s a bit of haze expected as the sun peeks over the horizon, and it’ll rise at 7:22 AM with sunset at 6:13 PM. A bright moon will ris...

Artificial Lure here, with your Saturday, October 25, 2025, Chesapeake Bay/Baltimore-Washington fishing report. We’re up early with sunrise at 7:21 a.m. and sunset coming at 6:14 p.m. Expect crisp, classic fall weather: temps in the mid-40s early, some sun breaking through, and a gentle westerly breeze around 7 mph according to Annapolis weather. Water’s cooling, and bait is thick—prime time for Chesapeake Bay action.

Tidal information is especially useful today. Low tide rolls through much of the Bay just after sunrise (Chesapeake Beach low tide at 1:10 a.m., another around 7:22 a.m. in the lower Bay), with t...

Artificial Lure bringing you the Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore, and D.C. area fishing report for Friday, October 24th, 2025.

We woke to a crisp 47 degrees with light winds over Middle River, warming under sunny autumn skies. Expect clear and cool throughout the day, barely a cloud, with a high near 62. Today’s sunrise was at 7:21AM, and you’ll want to get in those casts before sunset at 6:14PM. Tidal action for Baltimore-area waters sets the tone: low tide this morning at 6:48AM, high at 12:18PM, and ebbing again towards 7:43PM. That midday tide swing should light the bite up f...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Thursday, October 23, 2025, focused on the Baltimore/Washington D.C. waters.

Sunrise hit at 7:21 AM, with sunset coming around 6:14 PM. Today’s weather is cool and bright—classic fall Chesapeake—thanks to high pressure settling in. The bay is seeing stable, sunny conditions, light chop, and minimal chance for rain, but those relentless autumn winds keep finding us. Main bay surface temperatures are mid-60s, with upper tidal rivers slightly cooler, flirting with the high 50s. Salinity’s riding a bit above normal, and the clarity’s just fine, so no worr...

Hey there, folks It's Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest fishing scoop from around Chesapeake Bay. Today, October 22nd, we're seeing a low tide at 5:42 AM, with a high of 2.15 ft at 11:10 AM. The sun's up at 7:18 AM and sets at 6:18 PM, so make the most of these golden hours.

Weather-wise, a Small Craft Advisory is in effect until later today, so be cautious out there. Recently, striped bass action has been picking up as the water cools. For striped bass, try using sand eels or shad as bait. Perch and catfish are also active, with some...

Hey there, folks, it's Artificial Lure here. Today, October 21st, is looking like a great day for fishing around Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore, and Washington D.C. The sunrise is at 7:17 AM, and we're expecting a sunset around 6:19 PM. Tides are moderate, with a high tide expected at Bayville around 10:36 AM. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect due to gusts up to 25 knots, so be cautious on the water.

Fishing has been solid lately, especially for striped bass, mixed with sea trout and bluefish. The Patuxent River has been a hotspot, with slot-sized stripers being caught using jigging...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Monday, October 20, 2025, and folks, it's a classic crisp fall morning around Baltimore and DC. We kicked off sunrise at 7:16, and we'll wrap up with sunset at 6:20 tonight. The weather's starting out calm, cool in the low 50s, with just a light westerly breeze. Expect some warming in the afternoon, but perfect long-sleeve fishing conditions all day according to the latest NOAA marine forecast.

Tide-wise, today’s a beauty for working those morning and evening bites. Low tide hit at 1:41 AM, with a solid high tide at 8:22 AM cresting ar...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, October 19th, 2025, covering the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. region.

Let’s start with the sunrise at 7:15 AM and sunset at 6:22 PM. Today we’ve got a light northerly breeze, but keep an eye out for shifting conditions—there’s a Small Craft Advisory coming in tonight, so the wind could pick up by late afternoon. Temps for the day are moderate, with morning fog giving way to mostly cloudy skies and a high around 68.

The tides today: low at 3:58 AM, peaking to a high at 9:22...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Saturday, October 18th, 2025, focused on the Baltimore and D.C. region. Let’s dive right into what’s happening on the water today.

We’re starting off with the weather—expect typical October coolness with highs in the low 60s and a passing morning breeze. The National Weather Service is calling for minor tidal flooding in parts of the mid and upper bay this weekend due to higher water and steady northeast winds, so some low-lying ramps might be a little soggy. Sunrise comes at 7:15...

Artificial Lure here, giving you the latest on Chesapeake Bay fishing around Baltimore and Washington D.C. for Friday, October 17, 2025. If you’re headed out today, you’ve lucked into classic mid-October conditions: cool, sunny skies linger after the Nor’easter that’s long gone, and water temps are just right for fired-up fall action. Expect main bay surface temps in the upper 60s, with the tidal rivers hanging around 60. Sunrise comes at 7:13 AM and sunset’s 6:24 PM, so get on the water early to catch that morning bite.

For tides, the morning high hits around 7:52 AM and another hi...

Good morning, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. region.

Sunrise came at 7:12AM and you'll have daylight until sunset at 6:27PM—extra golden hours for anglers hitting early and late bites. Tides today feature a high at 5:50AM, low at 12:46PM, then another high rolling in at 6:23PM, so plan to fish structure and channel edges during those moving water periods for the best action, especially as fish use tide shifts to ambush bait.

A cool October pattern has set in, and the water temps ar...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area on Sunday, October 12, 2025.

We’re waking up to classic fall weather—cool, breezy, and gray, with the tail end of a coastal nor’easter still working through the region. The National Weather Service has flagged *moderate to major tidal flooding* today due to a combination of king tides and persistent onshore winds, so exercise caution around low-lying docks and launch ramps. Current predictions call for a high tide around 6:07AM and again at 6:40PM, with low tides peaking close...

This is Artificial Lure coming to you with your on-the-spot Chesapeake Bay fishing report for October 11, 2025, covering the Baltimore and Washington, D.C., corridor with a local perspective. Today’s weather is classic early fall: partly cloudy, mild temps, and a southeast breeze picking up a bit as we move into the weekend. Marine forecasts from the National Weather Service predict light winds this morning increasing to 5–10 knots by early afternoon, with waves between 1 and 2 feet — comfortable for most craft. Keep an eye out: some rain is in the forecast late Saturday and into Sunday, and conditions could get unsettled with t...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, October 10th.

We've got partly cloudy skies today with surface water temps in the low 70s and slowly cooling. Sunrise was at 7:08 AM and sunset will be around 6:32 PM, giving you a solid fishing window. The full moon from October 7th is still giving us above average tidal currents, so time your trips accordingly.

The black sea bass season reopens today in Maryland's Atlantic waters, so offshore boats will be heading to the wreck and reef sites when conditions allow.
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Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, October 8th, covering the Baltimore and Washington DC region. The fall run is in full swing and conditions today are downright inviting for anglers looking to put some meat on the deck or just enjoy a crisp October morning by the water.

Sunrise hit at 7:06AM and the sun will set tonight at 6:37PM, giving you plenty of daylight prime-time for casting[2][9]. Tides are solid for working structure and flats—look for a low tide at 5:52AM, high tide peaking around 11:20AM, and another low at 6:41PM. Wo...

The Chesapeake’s lookin’ mighty fine this crisp fall morning, friends—this is Artificial Lure, dropping the hot scoop for Baltimore, D.C., and everyone fishing the Bay’s sweet spots.

We’ve got good weather on our hands, likely rolling in with the high pressure that’s kept the last few days mild, with sunshine, light breezes, and temps edging from morning chill into a downright pleasant afternoon—perfect for a long day on the water or shore.

Let’s talk tides—always crucial here. Over by the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, dawn saw high tide not long before su...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for all things fishing in and around Chesapeake Bay. Today, October 4th, 2025, the tide is just coming in, with low tide at 2:58 AM and high tide expected at 8:12 AM. Sunrise is at 7:02 AM, and sunset will be around 6:42 PM.

The striped bass bite is really picking up, especially during moving tides. Anglers have been catching a mix of slot rockfish and white perch, particularly around Pooles Island using eels and peeler crab. The Bay Bridge remains a hotspot, with fish holding around the pilings and rock islands. Light tackle...

Howdy folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for all things fishing in and around Chesapeake Bay. Today, October 3rd, 2025, expect partly cloudy skies with a slight chance of rain. The Chesapeake Bay waters offer stable conditions with surface temperatures in the mid-70s, slowly cooling down.

Tidal action is significant this week, with high tides around 8:07 AM and 8:25 PM today in Chesapeake City. Sunrise is at 7:01 AM, and sunset will be at 6:41 PM. The fishing is good, with striped bass showing up in the middle Bay, particularly near the Bay Bridge piers. Bluefish remain active, especially in...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, coming to you from in and around the Baltimore and D.C. corridor.

We’re waking up to **clear skies and calm conditions**, with temperatures settling comfortably in the mid-70s—almost textbook autumn weather for Maryland’s shoreline, just as Ken Lamb from The Tackle Box in Lexington Park described in his latest report. **Sunrise was at 7:07 AM** with sunset expected around 6:34 PM tonight, which gives you plenty of daylight to chase the bite.

**The tides are in our favor...

Artificial Lure reporting live with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, September 28, 2025, covering the Baltimore and Washington D.C. region. We’re full into fall, and the transition bite is sparking solid action up and down the Bay.

Tide-wise, expect low tide right around 6:04 AM and high tide swinging in at 6:34 PM, with sunrise at 6:57 AM and sunset wrapping at 6:50 PM, according to Tide-Forecast.com. The incoming tide this morning should set up nicely for morning bites along points, creek mouths, and shallow grass beds.

Weather is serving up early fall classics: expect a cool st...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/DC region fishing report for Saturday, September 27, 2025.

We’re heading into a classic early fall pattern, and the Bay is buzzing with activity. Today’s tides for the central Chesapeake show a **low at 8:31 AM and a high at 2:04 PM**, so plan for solid moving water late morning into the midafternoon, always a key period for bites. **Sunrise hit at 6:56 AM and sunset will be at 6:53 PM**, so you’ve got good daylight for those chasing an after-work bite. With seasonable temps in the 60s and variab...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore/Washington angler’s report for Friday, September 26th, 2025.

We’ve had classic early fall weather this week: mornings in the low 60s, afternoons climbing into the mid-70s, and a mild westerly breeze pushing bait into the creeks and rivers. Water temps across the upper and middle Bay are in the upper 60s to low 70s. Today’s sunrise was at 6:54AM, and you’ll want to grab those last casts before sunset at 6:54PM. The moon’s just past quarter, rising midday—solid conditions for extended bite windows. Duration: 00:03:38

Artificial Lure checking in with your Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore and D.C. area fishing report for Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

**Tides are the name of the game today.** According to Tide-Forecast.com, we’ve got a **high tide at 3:34 AM and 3:57 PM, with lows at 9:58 AM and 10:36 PM.** Plan your casts near those turning points—stripers cruise the flats on incoming, while perch and spot pile up at creek mouths on the drop. **Sunrise is 6:53 AM, sunset at 6:57 PM.** The early light bite will be prime, with a gentle outgoing tide just after dawn.

**Weather’s shifting toward fall p...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you today’s fishing report for Sunday, September 21st, 2025, covering the Chesapeake Bay and the waters in and around Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

First, let’s talk **tides**. In the upper Bay (near Baltimore), we saw low tide this morning at about 5:10 AM and high tide peaked around 10:28 AM. Low tide returns this evening at 5:33 PM, with another high rolling in at 10:44 PM. Over on the lower Eastern Shore, like Chance, Maryland, the first high tide hit at 1:50 AM, low tide at 8:25 AM, with the afternoon high at 2:11 PM and low falling at 8:45 PM...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, September 21st, 2025, focused on the Baltimore and Washington D.C. waterways.

Sunrise hit at **6:51 AM** and sunset’s rolling in at **7:02 PM** tonight. Today’s marine forecast calls for **easterly winds around 5 to 10 knots, waves about 1 foot**, maybe a light shower pushing through the afternoon, but overall it’s good boat fishing weather with comfortable mid-70s temps. Water remains seasonably warm, pushing those fall patterns into action according to the National Weather Service.

**Tidal flows** are shaping up for productive fishing windows. At Baltim...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore/Washington D.C. fishing report for Saturday, September 20th, 2025.

First light hit the water at 6:50AM with a pastel sunrise, and anglers got a little over 12 hours on the water before sunset at 7:03PM. Tides today favored early risers: low at 4:32AM, peaking high at 9:48AM, dropping again low at 4:49PM, then pushing back to high around 10:06PM. That morning high paired with the sunrise has been prime for active fish movements, especially with light southeast winds and stable conditions settling in after midweek storms, making for solid inshore...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Friday, September 19, Chesapeake Bay fishing report focused on Baltimore and the D.C. area. Let’s get right to it.

We’ve got sunrise at 6:50 AM and sunset set for 7:05 PM today, with above-average tidal swings due to the new moon coming up on the 22nd. This morning’s low tide rolled through at 3:51 AM, with the next high tide peaking at 9:03 AM. You’ll catch another low at 4:01 this afternoon and the evening high at 9:25 PM. That means moving water all day—exactly what you want to fire up the bite acc...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, September 17th, 2025—covering Baltimore and DC waters with a local’s touch.

Today starts with **sunrise at 6:47AM** and wraps up with **sunset at 7:08PM**. We're blessed with prime fall fishing as cooling temps kick up bait movement. The **tides are rolling in with a high at 7:11AM and 7:45PM, and lows at 2:09AM and 2:06PM** for the Baltimore side; Eastern Bay’s got its own rhythm, hitting low at 5:22AM, highs at 11:05AM and 11:38PM, and the afternoon slack at 5:20PM. These tide swings set up great...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, September 14th, 2025, serving up the latest from Baltimore to Washington D.C.

Weather today is stable—expect mild temps in the upper 60s to mid-70s, light variable winds, and partly cloudy skies. Water temps remain prime for late summer, sitting around the upper 60s to low 70s. According to Tide-Forecast.com, sunrise in the Bay is right at 6:46AM, with sunset tonight at 7:13PM. The high tide’s rolling in at 3:38AM and 4:18PM, while lows dip at 10:32AM and just before midnight. That means you’...

Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, September 13th Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area.

Sunrise hit us at 6:45 this morning and we’ll see sunset right around 7:14 tonight. Weather’s shaping up nicely—mild start in the 60s, warming to the mid-70s with light northeast winds, perfect for a Saturday on the water. Tides are favorable today: high at 2:35 a.m., low at 9:30 a.m., another high at 3:12 p.m., and then the tide drops again to a low at 10:44 tonight. That mid-morning falling tide and the afternoon incoming are prime for most s...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, September 12, 2025—bringing you the latest from Baltimore, Washington D.C., and the Middle Bay.

The tide is running high at 1:40 AM (1.91 ft), a slow low at 8:37 AM (0.07 ft), high again at 2:12 PM (2.3 ft), and ebbing out by 9:40 PM (0.24 ft). Sunrise hit the water at 6:44 AM and you’ll see the sunset fade at 7:16 PM. Moonset is at 12:28 PM, with the moon rising tonight at 10:09 PM, so expect prime low light action during these periods according to Tide-Forecast.

Weatherwise, it’s classic early fall—cool mornings, warming...

This is Artificial Lure with your mid-September Chesapeake Bay fishing report for the Baltimore and D.C. region. Conditions have been classic late summer: nights cooling, days still sticking with that muggy early fall humidity, and the Bay showing off with some classic Chesapeake unpredictability.

Sunrise came at 6:42 AM this morning, with sunset due at 7:19 PM. If you’re planning to chase the bite, get out early or save some energy for the dusk window – both are prime time right now.

Tidal movement today is solid: high tide hit around 2:43 AM and will swing back up at 3...

Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore/Washington D.C. report for Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Sun rose this morning at 6:40, giving us a calm, hazy start and temps in the upper 60s, climbing steadily with an expected mix of sun and clouds and light southerly breezes—dang near perfect for an early fall bite. Tidal action’s promising: we’ve got a high tide hitting around 7:08 AM, bottoming out with a low at 1:39 PM, and then rising up again to a 1.74-foot high at 7:34 this evening, according to the Baltimore tide charts. That early incoming tide flush should get fish m...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the September 6, 2025 Chesapeake Bay fishing report, covering the Baltimore and Washington D.C. stretch and targeting both new and seasoned anglers in the region.

First, a quick look at today’s conditions. According to Tide-Forecast, sunrise was at 6:16 AM and sunset will be at 8:02 PM. Tidal movement is prime this morning: high tide peaked just before 9 AM, with a low set for about 2:54 PM and another high in the evening at 9:19 PM. That morning high tide promises decent current, pushing baitfish up and triggering active bites as water floods the shallows.

Th...

Artificial Lure here with your early September fishing report for Chesapeake Bay, bringing you the local scoop from Baltimore to the Washington D.C. corridor.

At daybreak, expect sunrise around 6:02 AM, with sunset just shy of 8:00 PM. Tides are running strong this week, boosted by the full moon coming up on the 8th, so keep an eye out for those above-average tidal currents and plan your trips around them. This morning’s low tide hit around 5:30 AM with the next high swing at about 8:30 AM, making the early hours prime for casting along the shorelines and structure.
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This is Artificial Lure with your September 3, 2025, fishing report for the Chesapeake Bay and greater Baltimore/Washington D.C. region.

Today’s sunrise came at 6:35 AM and we’ll have daylight till about 7:29 PM. Tidal action around the mid-Bay is cooperative for both the morning and late evening bite—expect your first low tide at 5:08 AM, high at 10:42 AM, another low at 5:02 PM, and the last high at 11:19 PM, according to Tide-Forecast.com. The current pattern sets up a perfect window to fish the outgoing tide just after sunrise and again right before sunset for best activity.

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Artificial Lure here, reporting from the heart of the Chesapeake Bay, with the latest local scoop for Baltimore and DC area anglers this Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025.

First off, sunrise is at 6:35AM and sunset's 7:29PM—plenty of daylight for casting lines. Tides are running low at 5:08AM (1.06 ft), peaking with high water at 10:42AM (1.77 ft), another low at 5:02PM (0.9 ft), and a fat high at 11:19PM (2.26 ft). Pro tip? Fish the moving water near high tide, especially if you’re working the Bay's many bridges and points. According to Tide-Forecast, this is prime time for feeding fish.
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Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore and D.C. fishing report for Sunday, August 31st, 2025.

The **tide will be high at 3:50 AM, low at 10:43 AM, and high again at 4:26 PM** around the main bay—ideal for that early sunrise bite, which comes up at 6:34 AM, and the last light action with sunset at 7:33 PM, prime time for topwater chasers according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Today’s forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with light southwest winds, highs nudging the mid-80s, and humidity hanging in there, but nothing that should keep you off the water. Duration: 00:03:08

This is Artificial Lure with your Saturday, August 30th fishing report for Chesapeake Bay, serving Baltimore and Washington D.C. anglers—with plenty of action in store as we roll into the late-summer bite.

First light hit at 6:33 AM, and we’ll have daylight to fish all the way until about 7:35 tonight. Expect partly cloudy skies, mild winds, and temps climbing into the upper 80s—classic Chesapeake summer. Humidity’s sitting pretty high, so stay hydrated if you’re out for long stretches.

Here’s the tactical rundown on tides today, courtesy of Tide-Forecast.com. For Bayville and...