Attention saltwater anglers! Today’s conditions on Anna Maria Island are shaping up nicely for a variety of fishing activities. Here’s your guide to making the most of it:
Weather and Conditions
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Temperature: High of 87°F with partly cloudy skies, providing a mix of sun and shade.
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Wind: Light winds at 6 mph will keep the seas calm, ideal for both inshore and nearshore fishing.
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Water Temperature: The water is warm at 84°F, encouraging active feeding, especially during the morning and late afternoon tides.
Tides and Fishing Times
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High Tide: 5:03 AM at 2.3 feet
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Low Tide: 12:51 PM at 0.4 feet
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High Tide: 8:12 PM at 2.6 feet
The morning high tide and the evening rising tide will be the best times to target inshore species like snook and redfish. The midday low tide may expose some good structure, which could make for some productive fishing in deeper channels.
Best Fishing Spots
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Longboat Pass: Ideal for targeting snook, redfish, and tarpon as they move with the tides. The strong tidal flow attracts baitfish, bringing in larger predators.
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Egmont Key: A great spot for nearshore fishing, where you can target grouper, snapper, and kingfish, especially during the morning high tide.
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Bean Point: A favorite for surf fishing, particularly during the early morning and late afternoon high tides. Look for pompano, whiting, and flounder.
Bait and Tackle
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Live Shrimp: Perfect for targeting redfish and snook.
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Pinfish or Sardines: Effective for larger predators like tarpon and grouper.
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Jigs and Soft Plastics: These work well in the flats and channels for trout and redfish.
