Key West Weather Forecast

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Ryan Carter
Ryan C.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The backcountry basins are still very good with plenty of action and species to capture on artificial lures. Captain Justin has been hiding from the high winds on the leeward side of the island doing some high action bottom fishing. The local wrecks and channels have been producing plenty of great tasting fish including mangrove snapper , yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper ,yellow jacks and a few groupers. Live pilchards and pinfish are still the bait of Choice for the highest odds of productivity. The forecast for the next few days looks promising with calm winds and 75 degree temperatures. Looking...
Ryan Carter
Ryan C. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The backcountry basins are still very good with plenty of action and species to capture on artificial lures. Captain Justin has been hiding from the high winds on the leeward side of the island doing some high action bottom fishing. The local wrecks and channels have been producing plenty of great tasting fish including mangrove snapper , yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper ,yellow jacks and a few groupers. Live pilchards and pinfish are still the bait of Choice for the highest odds of productivity. The forecast for the next few days looks promising with calm winds and 75 degree temperatures. Looking forward on what’s to come on this weeks fishing charters.
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Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Fishing has been good inshore reef bite was nonstop.
Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Fishing has been good inshore reef bite was nonstop.
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Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Mahi bite had been heating up the past couple trips, Mutton snapper on the reef too
Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Mahi bite had been heating up the past couple trips, Mutton snapper on the reef too
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Chandler Williams
Chandler W.
Lexington, South Carolina
Reported 1 year ago
From todays ce trip. Snook bite is hot. Bonefish and perms around. Juvi tarpon are there but have been tough.
Chandler Williams
Chandler W. Lexington, South Carolina Reported 1 year ago
From todays ce trip. Snook bite is hot. Bonefish and perms around. Juvi tarpon are there but have been tough.
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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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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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