Cudjoe Key Weather Forecast

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Ryan Carter
Ryan C.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
We had some fantastic weather this week with Light winds and calm seas. The trout fishing has been good in the basins on artificial lures. With a mix bag of pompano , jacks , lady fish and blacktip sharks. The bottom fishing continues to be great with plenty of action catching grouper, snappers, lots of jacks, barracuda and a few Cobia are starting to pop up. Right now the Cobia are with the sharks so it can be a struggled landing the larger sized fish before the sharks eat them. Bait of choice is still live pilchards that we have...
Ryan Carter
Ryan C. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
We had some fantastic weather this week with Light winds and calm seas. The trout fishing has been good in the basins on artificial lures. With a mix bag of pompano , jacks , lady fish and blacktip sharks. The bottom fishing continues to be great with plenty of action catching grouper, snappers, lots of jacks, barracuda and a few Cobia are starting to pop up. Right now the Cobia are with the sharks so it can be a struggled landing the larger sized fish before the sharks eat them. Bait of choice is still live pilchards that we have been cast netting everyday to start the morning.
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Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Brittany and family got lots of bugs and had a great time !
Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Brittany and family got lots of bugs and had a great time !
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Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Alex and party had a good time today.
Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Alex and party had a good time today.
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John Guieb
John G.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Despite recent heavy winds in Key West, inshore fishing has been exceptionally productive. Anglers are experiencing abundant catches of various snapper species, including mutton, lane, and yellowtail snappers. Additionally, there’s been plenty of action with sharks, barracudas, and mackerels, providing thrilling rod-bending experiences. The current weather in Key West features mostly cloudy skies with temperatures around 77°F. The forecast for the upcoming days indicates pleasant conditions, with highs in the low 80s°F and lows in the mid-70s Despite the windy conditions, inshore waters have remained fishable, allowing anglers to enjoy excellent fishing opportunities. The presence of various snapper species such...
John Guieb
John G. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Despite recent heavy winds in Key West, inshore fishing has been exceptionally productive. Anglers are experiencing abundant catches of various snapper species, including mutton, lane, and yellowtail snappers. Additionally, there’s been plenty of action with sharks, barracudas, and mackerels, providing thrilling rod-bending experiences. The current weather in Key West features mostly cloudy skies with temperatures around 77°F. The forecast for the upcoming days indicates pleasant conditions, with highs in the low 80s°F and lows in the mid-70s Despite the windy conditions, inshore waters have remained fishable, allowing anglers to enjoy excellent fishing opportunities. The presence of various snapper species such as the highly sought after mutton snapper , we've also filled coolers with mangrove yellowtail and lane snappers as well along with sharks, barracudas, and mackerels, has contributed to the dynamic and rewarding fishing experiences in the area. For those planning to fish in the coming days, it’s advisable to monitor weather updates as winter time conditions here in the tropics do change frequently and are sporadic
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Chris Gowens
Chris G.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Things gonna heat up with this cold front coming. Looking for wahoo, sailfish and tuna!
Chris Gowens
Chris G. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Things gonna heat up with this cold front coming. Looking for wahoo, sailfish and tuna!
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Bobby Brown
Bobby B.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
End of the Year brings great fishing on the Reefs, last of the Mahi and still Wahoo. Sailfish have already been caught in Marathon, so sight casting to Sailfish surfing the waves is always a Blast!! Great size Grey (Mangrove) Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper and Large Muttons are showing up on the Reefs and wrecks. Amberjack are always a great battle on medium gear and a bonus catch while on the wrecks. We've had some windy days mixed in throughout the week, so plan on a back-up day, just in case, for a chance at a better day on the water....
Bobby Brown
Bobby B. Marathon, Florida Reported 1 year ago
End of the Year brings great fishing on the Reefs, last of the Mahi and still Wahoo. Sailfish have already been caught in Marathon, so sight casting to Sailfish surfing the waves is always a Blast!! Great size Grey (Mangrove) Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper and Large Muttons are showing up on the Reefs and wrecks. Amberjack are always a great battle on medium gear and a bonus catch while on the wrecks. We've had some windy days mixed in throughout the week, so plan on a back-up day, just in case, for a chance at a better day on the water. Dates are filling up quickly for our 2025 Sailfish Season, so be sure to book early!!
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Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Zach Stells
Zach S.
Big Pine Key, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Inshore fishing has remained consistent with the higher than normal wind conditions we have experienced over the past few weeks. I have been focusing on the backcountry channels and flats targeting Mangrove Snapper, Mackerel, Speckled Trout and Goliath Grouper. Snapper fishing has been very good producing catches in the 2-4lb range on a consistent basis with some larger fish in the mix. While targeting these Snapper I have also been dropping a big bait down for Goliath Grouper that provides excitement for all aboard. These fish have been averaging from 30lb to well over 100lbs and provide an ultimate battle...
Zach Stells
Zach S. Big Pine Key, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Inshore fishing has remained consistent with the higher than normal wind conditions we have experienced over the past few weeks. I have been focusing on the backcountry channels and flats targeting Mangrove Snapper, Mackerel, Speckled Trout and Goliath Grouper. Snapper fishing has been very good producing catches in the 2-4lb range on a consistent basis with some larger fish in the mix. While targeting these Snapper I have also been dropping a big bait down for Goliath Grouper that provides excitement for all aboard. These fish have been averaging from 30lb to well over 100lbs and provide an ultimate battle on stand up gear, catching a couple of these Grouper is not uncommon. The Spanish and Cero Mackerel and a few Speckled Trout have been making their appearance as the water temps cool slightly. All of these species will continue to improve with the water cooling and the weather settling into our winter season. I encourage everyone to experience some of the best inshore fishing the Florida Keys has to offer this winter, multiple species that are readily available and fishing the backcountry provides opportunities even when it's windy.
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Alex Harmon
Alex H.
Summerland Key, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
It has been very windy but the days we have gotten out the fishing has been great. Lots of snappers, groupers and yellowjacks
Alex Harmon
Alex H. Summerland Key, Florida Reported 1 year ago
It has been very windy but the days we have gotten out the fishing has been great. Lots of snappers, groupers and yellowjacks
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Bill Giliberti
Bill G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Yellow tail snappers bite is marathon Fl has been on fire!
Bill Giliberti
Bill G. Marathon, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Yellow tail snappers bite is marathon Fl has been on fire!
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Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
If you want to post an update to my page. ‘Despite some weather challenges the lobstering and Lionfish hunting have remained very good!!’
Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
If you want to post an update to my page. ‘Despite some weather challenges the lobstering and Lionfish hunting have remained very good!!’
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Recent Cudjoe Key Reviews

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    Kate H. | July 14, 2026

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    Kari B. | July 12, 2026

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    .We had a group of 5 with 2 kids everyone had a great time. We did manage to.put a few iguanas in the boat. James was a great guide.

    Jason B. | July 10, 2026

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    Trevor W. | July 8, 2026

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