Offshore Fishing Report for Anna Maria Island: September 13, 2024

Good evening, offshore anglers! Tomorrow offers prime conditions for morning fishing, with favorable tides and calm seas. However, thunderstorms are likely by mid-afternoon, so it's important to plan accordingly.

Weather and Conditions

• Temperature: Expect a high of 87°F with partly cloudy skies in the morning.
• Heat Index: Feels like 92°F—stay hydrated and protected from the sun.
• Wind: Light winds at 5-6 mph early, with stronger gusts expected in the afternoon.
• Water Temperature: 84°F, creating ideal conditions for pelagic species like grouper and kingfish.

Tides and Fishing Times

• High Tide: 7:22 AM at 2.56 feet
• Low Tide: 3:57 PM at 0.17 feet

The morning high tide is perfect for targeting grouper, snapper, and amberjack at Middle Grounds (28°30'N, 84°00'W). Egmont Key Reef is excellent for kingfish and Spanish mackerel during this tide window.

Moon and Tides

The First Quarter Moon means moderate tidal changes, which create consistent tidal movements for steady fishing. These tides aren't as extreme as during full or new moons, but they still provide good water flow for active fish​(TIDES4FISHING)​(World Tides 2024 | TideTime.org).

Safety Tip: Thunderstorms are expected around 3-4 PM, so make sure to head back to shore early​(TideChecker).