Fly Fishing Report for Anna Maria Island: September 10, 2024

Good evening, fly anglers! Tomorrow’s conditions are perfect for fly fishing, especially in the morning before the weather changes.

Weather and Conditions

• Temperature: 80°F early, climbing to 87°F by the afternoon.
• Wind: Light winds at 5 mph, ideal for smooth casting.
• Water Temperature: 84°F, perfect for keeping snook and redfish actively feeding.

Tides and Timing

• High Tide: 8:49 AM at 2.4 feet
• Low Tide: 3:49 PM at 0.3 feet

The morning high tide is best for fly fishing, especially for redfish, snook, and sea trout as they push into the flats.

Top Fly Fishing Spots

• Sarasota Bay Grass Flats: Best for targeting redfish and trout as they move into shallow waters.
• Perico Bayou: Mangroves will hold snook as the tide rises.
• Bimini Bay: Perfect for sight fishing snook and redfish in the morning.

Fly Selection

• Shrimp Patterns: Best for redfish and snook.
• Clouser Minnows: Effective for sea trout.
• Crab Patterns: Great for working the flats during high tide.

Safety Tip: Thunderstorms expected by mid-afternoon, so finish fishing early to avoid dangerous weather​(National Weather Service)​(The Islander).