Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Fishing Report - Daily

Here’s today’s Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Monday, October 27, 2025.

We kicked off at sunrise, 7:23 AM, with a brisk fall chill—air temperatures starting in the high 50s, rising into the mid-60s by midday, with light northerly winds around 5 knots and calm waters. Sunset tonight will be at 6:12 PM. The tidal schedule is in anglers’ favor: low tide hit just before 6 AM, and you’ll see a high around 12:35 PM. That incoming tide through the late morning into early afternoon usually brings a feeding window for most species, so plan your top efforts from 10:30 to 1:30 today.
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Chesapeake Bay sunrise came at 7:21 this morning, and if you got out early you were greeted by calm, cool fall air and a sky teasing a bit of overcast. Sunset tonight is set for 6:14, so you’ve got a solid autumn day to chase the bite. Tides are rolling on the moderate side: low tide at 7:22 AM, high at 12:53 PM, and back to low at 8:22 this evening, so that midday push should set up well for peak action, especially around structure and creek mouths, according to Tide-Forecast.

Water temps are cooling—you can feel the seasonal shift, and that...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Friday, October 24, 2025.

We’re waking up to crisp, cool, and sunny fall weather—real classic October on the Bay. The **sun rose at 7:21 a.m.** and she’ll set at **6:14 p.m.** tonight. Winds are moderate but have calmed down slightly compared to earlier in the week, so it’s a fine day to get on the water and soak in some of that autumn color.

**Tidewise:** At Cape Henry, we’ve got **low tide at 4:29 a.m., high at 11:15 a.m., and the evening low at 5:2...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Thursday, October 23, 2025.

We’re stepping into classic fall fishing with sunrise at 7:19am and sunset at 6:16pm. Tides today at Virginia Beach are running strong—high coefficients up to 82 this morning, meaning active water movement and excellent current if you work key structure. Look for low tide around 2:56am and 9:20am, with full tide rolling back in by 3:47pm. That’s prime time for stripers hunting bait on the move, so plan your casts around those changes.

Weather-wise, expect sunny skies and mild temps, topping out in...

Good morning, Chesapeake Bay anglers—Artificial Lure here with your local fishing report for Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The sun cracked over the Bay around 7:19 AM, and we’re looking at a sunset right about 6:16 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to work with today. The tide’s a little more forgiving—low just after 4 this morning, high just after 10:30, low again near 5 this afternoon, and a gentler high around 11 tonight, so plan your drifts and drifts accordingly (Tide-Forecast). The water’s still feeling a bit churned up, with a Small Craft Advisory in effect as of last night and it’s likely...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for October 21st, 2025. We're kicking off at sunrise, which was right around 7:19 a.m., with sunset coming at 6:16 p.m. The bay’s wearing those true fall colors: cool, brisk, and charged up for the season’s best bites.

Tides today at Lynnhaven Inlet show a low at 4:05 a.m., high at 10:36 a.m., then another low at 4:52 p.m. and a high near 10:51 p.m. If you’re aiming for that major morning bite, the incoming tide sets you up perfectly mid-morning, and the evening run is ideal...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Monday, October 20, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 7:18 a.m. and sunset rolls in at 6:11 p.m.—plenty of daylight for anglers to put in some fall work. Tidal action around the Bay and Virginia Beach shows a low tide early at 4:15 a.m., high tide midmorning at 10:10 a.m., another low tide at 4:55 p.m., and the last high at 10:32 p.m., all according to US Harbors. Those mid-morning and evening high tides are primed for inshore bites[9].

The fall cooldown is in full effect and wa...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Sunday, October 19, 2025. Sunrise hit the water at 7:15 and you can expect sunset about 6:21 tonight, so plan on a solid window for both morning and evening bites.

Tidal conditions today will play a big role, with the first low tide at 1:55 AM, high at 8:20 AM, another low rolling in at 2:27 PM, and your last high at 8:33 PM. Those mid-morning and pre-sunset high tides will get the bite moving, especially around inlets and marsh edges according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Weather-wise, light SW winds...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, fishing report for Saturday, October 18, 2025. As the first light crests over the bay—sunrise at 7:15 AM, sunset coming at 6:21 PM—you can expect flat-out classic fall conditions. Tides will play a big role today: look for a morning low around 6:35 AM, midday high at 12:30 PM, and another low around 7 PM according to Tide-Forecast.com. The strong tidal coefficients mean lots of current and moving water, so fish should be feeding eagerly near structure and inlets.

The weather’s lining up for a near-perfect Saturday on the water. Local forecasts, as per Ma...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, October 17, 2025. Lines in early this morning bring us brisk, classic October conditions across the lower Bay—so here’s how it’s shaping up so far.

**Weather, Tide, and Sun**
Sunrise greeted us at 7:15 AM, with sunset set for 6:21 PM tonight. Breezy north winds 10-15 knots with gusts pushing 20 mean there’s a **Small Craft Advisory**, so be cautious on open water, and expect 2 to 3-foot waves, according to WBOC and the National Weather Service. The first low tide rolled in just before dawn, with a high at...

Artificial Lure here with your fresh October 15 Chesapeake Bay fishing report, and folks, the fall bite is firing up! Sunrise was at 7:14 this morning and we’ll have daylight until sunset at 6:29 pm, giving us over eleven hours to work the water. Weather’s mild with overnight lows floating above 50°F, and daytime highs expected in the mid-60s—perfect hoodie weather to chase that fall run.

Today’s tides are moderate with the first high swing peaking early, and a nice moving tide in the afternoon. Use those shifts to your advantage: early light and late-day moving water are...

Waves up, folks! Artificial Lure here with the latest scoop on fishing around Chesapeake Bay, Virginia. It’s early morning, Sunday, October 12, 2025, and the water’s talking if you know how to listen.

Let’s talk tides first, because tide is life in these parts. At Cape Henry, my go-to station, high tide peaked just after midnight at 2.7 feet, and the next wave rolls in around 2:26 p.m. today. Low is at 7:28 a.m., so you’ve got a solid window to set up before things start moving again, and the afternoon push brings a higher sluice—3.3 feet—so get ready...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 7:24 AM. First light hit right around 7:08 AM, with sunset rolling in at 6:32 PM. We've got about 11 and a half hours of daylight to work with, so make the most of those prime fishing hours.

Weather today is holding partly cloudy skies over the Bay, with temps comfortable in the upper 60s to low 70s. Winds are currently moderate, but keep an eye on those gusts, especially approaching the afternoon; according to the National Weather Service, minor tidal flooding is...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for October 10, 2025.

First light hit at 7:07AM, and you’ll be fishing till sunset at 6:34PM, with a cool morning rolling into a mild fall day. The Bay waters are sitting in the low 70s, river temps trailing just behind in the mid-60s. Expect partly cloudy skies, a light NE breeze 5-10 knots, and wave action about 1-2 feet. That’s quality weather for working the shoreline—just know a small craft advisory is looming through Saturday, so stay smart and watch for stiffe...

Good morning, anglers, it’s Artificial Lure coming to you with the Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Mother Nature is setting the stage for a stellar fall day out on the water, so let’s break down what’s biting, what’s working, and where you want to be dropping lines.

First, checking today’s vital stats: Tide-forecast.com reports we’ve got a low tide at 3:10 AM, high at 9:35 AM, another low at 3:54 PM, and another high at 9:59 PM. Sunrise already hit at 7:06, and you can fish up until sunset at 6:37 PM. That tide swing is prime for...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, October 5th, 2025. We’re smack in the heart of the fall transition, and that means the bite is heating up from the mouths of the rivers down to the open waters, with cool, crisp weather giving us prime conditions to hook into a mixed bag.

Sunrise this morning came at 7:02 AM and sunset will be at 6:41 PM, giving us just shy of 12 hours of daylight to work the tides and chase that bite. Tidal movement is big—Virginia Beach and most of the lower Bay...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your Chesapeake Bay fishing insider. Today, October 4th, the Bay's waters are bustling with activity. Schooling striped bass are pushing bait along channel edges at dawn and dusk. Try using topwaters early and switch to soft swimbaits or bucktails on moving tides. Speckled trout and red drum are also active on grass flats.

Tides at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel are cooperative, with the next high tide expected in the morning. The weather is set for a good day of fishing, perfect for targeting catfish near the Conowingo Dam or catching some...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your October 3rd Chesapeake Bay fishing report.

**Current Conditions**
Water temps are sitting in the mid-70s in the main Bay with river temps in the upper 60s. We've got partly cloudy skies with stable conditions expected through the week. The Maryland DNR reports oxygen levels have improved significantly, making bottom fishing viable across most areas. Salinities are running below normal, but that's not stopping the action.

**Tidal Action**
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel area is showing good tidal movement today with strong currents from the recent full...

October’s rolling in with a bite to match. This is Artificial Lure reporting from the heart of Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, where the bay’s autumn energy is kicking up, the fish are on the prowl, and there’s a definite chill hinting at the season to come.

Tide today is classic fall: High tide just before sunup, easing into a late-morning low, then climbing back up around dinner. That means fish will be feeding heavy early and right before dusk, especially with sunrise at 7:07AM and sunset wrapping at 6:34PM, perfect for those magic hour topwater ambushes, especi...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, September 28, 2025—dialed in straight from the water’s edge. Fall patterns are coming in strong, and the bay’s plenty lively for anglers willing to wake up early or stay late.

Tides are in your favor today. High tide hit early, just before sunrise around 5:23 AM, with the next low rolling in at 11:41 AM and a second high tide tonight about 5:50 PM. You’ll find the most movement—and hottest action—right around those slots. Sunrise was at 6:56 AM, and you’ve got until 6:52 PM before dark rolls in, maki...

Artificial Lure here, checking in with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Saturday, September 27, 2025. The fall bite is rolling in! Let’s get into the conditions and what’s on tap for anglers today.

**Tidal Report:** According to Tide-Forecast.com, we’re expecting high tide this morning around 5:23 AM, a low at 11:41 AM, then another high tide near 5:50 PM. Water movement’s moderate—tidal coefficients are on the lower end, so expect gentler currents and smaller tidal swings than last week. Best fishing will be right around those changeovers, especially early and late.

**Weather and Sunrise/Su...

You’re tuned in with Artificial Lure, and here’s your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, fishing report for Friday, September 26, 2025. Conditions are shaping up for a classic fall bite, with a gentle cool-down in the water and sun breaking over the horizon at 6:55 AM. Sunset clocks in at 6:54 PM, tightening the window for those golden-hour chasers.

Today’s tides at Virginia Beach see a low at 4:40 AM, high at 11:07 AM, another low at 5:32 PM, and a late high at 11:17 PM. Tidal movement is medium, with an average coefficient—ideal for active fish, especially during the incoming morning tide and the afte...

Chesapeake Bay anglers woke up to a **mild, early fall morning** on September 24, 2025, with **sunrise at 6:53 AM and sunset rolling in at 6:57 PM**. The marshes greeted everyone with a gentle air and classic autumn haze, making for beautiful light on the water. The tidal swing sets up a productive day: expect a **high tide at 3:57 PM (2.55 ft), low tide at 9:58 AM (0.59 ft), and another low at 10:36 PM (0.7 ft)**, with currents slowing mid-morning then picking up fast as we close on the afternoon peak according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Weather Service Wakefield reports **light winds out of the northeast and...

It’s Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Saturday, September 20, 2025.

We’re kicking off the weekend with classic late September conditions—comfortable air temps joining you on the water, light patchy clouds rolling through at dawn, and just a whisper of northeast breeze as the sun cracks over the horizon at 6:50 am. Expect sunset tonight at 7:03 pm, giving you a solid window to chase the hot bite into the evening.

Today’s **tide schedule** is prime for anglers. First high tide rolls in at 7:26 am, and if you’re fishing the moving water, you...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, September 19, 2025.

First light broke today right around 6:58 am, with sunset set for 7:22 pm. Skies are mostly clear but expect a light northeast breeze, keeping things pleasantly cool and signaling the start of that true fall fishing action.

The tide is favorable for the morning bite. High water hit the docks at Little Creek around 6:29 am, with a slack low rolling in just before lunchtime at 12:48 pm. Another high will hit about 6:53 pm, making dusk prime time to pitch a line from piers or creek...

Good morning, anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for September 17th, 2025.

We’re starting off with the day’s **tide and solunar details**. According to Tides4Fishing, sunrise hit at 6:48 AM and sunset comes in at 7:08 PM, giving us just under 12 and a half hours of daylight. Tidal coefficients are on the rise—today’s at 59, so expect average current and tidal movement. High tides for Virginia Beach near the mouth of the Bay run at 4:53 AM (3.3 ft), 10:53 AM (0.6 ft), and 5:22 PM (4.1 ft), with a minor low at 11:55 PM (0.5 ft). That means mid-morning and the...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for September 14th, 2025, coming to you straight from the heart of the Virginia coast.

Today featured classic late-summer weather: warm, humid, highs in the upper 80s, and mostly clear skies, with just a whisper of a breeze out of the southwest. Waters remained calm across most of the Bay. The National Weather Service reported generally stable marine conditions, perfect for a late-afternoon run or evening bite. For tidal action, the next high tide at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel hit around 3:50 pm at just over 3 feet, sliding down to...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Sunday, September 14, 2025.

Out on the bay this morning, we’re greeted by a **sunrise at 6:45 am** and sunset is coming up at **7:12 pm**—giving us about twelve and a half hours to wet a line today, with solar peak just before 1pm. **Tides are moving slow to average**: high tide hit around 1:14 am, followed by a low at 7:19 am, another high rolling in at 1:54 pm, and then low tide wrapping up the evening at 8:42 pm. Tidal coefficients are on the lower side at 42, so expect gentler currents and...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Saturday, September 13th, 2025.

First, let's check the weather and the tides. Sunrise hit at 6:46AM, and sunset rolls in at 7:13PM. Conditions are shaping up to be classic late-summer bay weather—think a light breeze on the water, humidity easing off as we head toward fall, and water temps on the mild side. Tidal swings today are in our favor: look for a morning high at about 3:38AM, a low just after 10:30AM, another high at 4:18PM, and midnight brings a final low. That make...

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, September 12th, 2025, coming to you from right here on Virginia’s salty doorstep.

Sun rose over the bay at 6:44 AM and we’ll lose that final light just after 7:16 PM. Today’s tide rundown is key: your morning low slipped through at 8:37 AM with a skinny 0.07 feet, and the next high will be stacking up around 2:12 PM at just over 2.3 feet. That last evening low settles in at 9:40 PM. With these late summer swings and a soft NE breeze, water clarity should hold steady, though recent...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, and folks, it’s feeling every bit like mid-September out on the water.

Sunrise hit at 6:34 AM and we’re looking for sunset this evening around 7:33 PM. Tides are running on the higher side this week thanks to a persistent onshore flow—wakefields from the National Weather Service report elevated water levels, with minor tidal flooding possible at high tide, especially along vulnerable shorelines. Today you’ll find high tides peaking early and again at dusk; low tides will fall around mid-morn...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for September 7, 2025.

The weather is giving us a solid day to be on the water across southeast Virginia—expect a fresh north wind, 10 to 15 knots early, picking up this afternoon with gusts pushing 20 knots and waves running 2 to 3 feet. Skies should be partly cloudy with highs around 81, so bring some shade and hydrate, but conditions are comfortable for a late-summer trip.

Sunrise this morning was at 6:36 a.m. and sunset is coming in at 7:30 p.m., giving us nearly 13 hours of daylight. Over at the Chesapeake Bay Br...

Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, September 6th Chesapeake Bay fishing report. Fishing’s picking up as early fall patterns slide in, and the Bay’s treating us to cool mornings and light winds. Sunrise hit the water at 6:28 AM, and you’ve got daylight till sunset at 7:45 PM, so there’s plenty of time to get your line wet. Looking at the tide, we had a low around 2:58 AM, high at 9:07 AM, then back down for a low at 3:05 PM, wrapping up with high tide just before dark at 9:25 PM. With a tidal coefficient starting at 35 and topping out at 47, y...

It’s Artificial Lure coming at you with the Chesapeake Bay fishing report for September 5th, 2025, straight from the docks and beaches of Virginia. With sunrise at 6:37 this morning and sunset wrapping up just past 7:28 tonight, anglers are set for a nearly 13-hour window to wet a line. Tiding up, we’re seeing low tide around 9:12 AM and a high right at 3:50 PM, so plan your bay trips and inlet runs for just before and after those turns for best water movement—always your friend out here according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Weather’s been classic September—warm, with a soft bre...

Artificial Lure here bringing you today’s Chesapeake Bay fishing report for this fine Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025, dialed in for the Virginia waters.

Sunrise lit up the water at 6:28 AM, with sunset set to paint the streaks at 7:45 PM. Temps this afternoon have held steady in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies—a classic late-summer recipe. Light southerly winds have kept the chop manageable, making for comfortable casting and ideal drift conditions.

Checking the tide at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, anglers got the first high at 5:13 AM and the first low at 11:05 AM. That sets...

Sunrise came at 6:36 this morning over the Chesapeake Bay and brightened up a day with mild early temperatures and a light NE breeze, but keep your slicker packed—there’s still a 40% chance of scattered showers through midday, then clearing out toward evening. The water was moving gentle today: low tidal coefficients mean less current than usual, so you’ve got to work a bit smarter to draw strikes. High tides were just before dawn at 4:04am and again around supper at 4:51pm, with lows mid-morning and late-night, so your best bite windows cluster around those moving water hours. Sunset’s set fo...

Good morning, y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, August 31st, 2025. Let’s get right to what’s biting and where, so you can make the most of this late summer outing.

First up, the **tides** today around the Bay are setting us up for some solid moving water, with a predawn high tide at 3:50 AM, low tide at 10:43 AM, and that afternoon push coming back up for high tide at 4:26 PM. These swings usually fire up the bite, especially around structure and channel edges. **Best fishing windows** are looking like right...

Good morning from Chesapeake Bay, Virginia—this is Artificial Lure with your local August 30, 2025 fishing report.

Sunrise hit at 6:33am, and you can expect sunset to cap your day at 7:35pm. Today brings healthy tidal movement, perfect for anglers dialing into the bite: high tides are at 3:00am and 3:32pm, with lows at 9:54am and 11:05pm. According to tide-forecast.com, strong tidal coefficients today mean there will be plenty of current and moving water—exactly what you want to stir up the fish and get a solid bite window.

Our late August weather’s holding steady in tha...

Good morning y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your Friday, August 29th Chesapeake Bay fishing report. It’s a beauty—sunrise at 6:16 AM and sunset coming at 8:02 PM. We’ve got a full day of summer light, and with mild weather sticking around, expect temps in the 70s and light breezes—a perfect setup for serious time on the water, as noted by the Southern Maryland Chronicle. Tidal movement is solid today, starting with a low around 5:38 AM, high at 10:43 AM, another low at 5:38 PM, and high rolling back in just after 11 PM according to Tide-Forecast. Strong tidal coefficients mean activ...

Good morning anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, fishing report for Wednesday, August 27, 2025.

We’re looking at a strong start to the day with **sunrise at 6:30 AM and sunset wrapping things up at 7:40 PM**. Tides are running active, with a high-tidal coefficient topping 87 and rising to 90 by midday, meaning stronger currents and plenty of water movement out there according to Tides4Fishing. Expect the first low tide at 4:42 AM, high at 11:05 AM, another low at 5:08 PM, and second high just after 11 PM per the latest from Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel tide tables.

**Weather** is s...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, August 24th, 2025.

Sunrise rolled in at 6:29AM, and we’ll have daylight until 7:43PM, giving you plenty of time on the water. Tides today around the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel see a low at 3:35AM, high tide cresting at 9:48AM, another low at 3:48PM, with a late high at 10:02PM—prime incoming water through midmorning and again late evening, perfect windows for that topwater bite.

Weather-wise, we’re looking at classic late-summer bay conditions. Winds will be out of the south...

Good morning from the banks of the Chesapeake—this is Artificial Lure, bringing you your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Saturday, August 23, 2025.

We’ve got clear summer skies and a sunrise at 6:28 AM with sunset at 7:45 PM. This morning started off muggy and the wind’s light out of the southwest, so the water’s got a slight chop but nothing that’ll keep you off your favorite honey hole. High tide hit the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel at 9:07 AM and comes back around at 9:25 PM. If you’re working the lower bay, be ready for low water midafternoon...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, fishing report for Friday, August 22nd, 2025.

First light cracked just after 6:26 a.m. and we’re looking at nearly 13 and a half hours of daylight with sunset at 7:47 p.m. Tides are running strong today thanks to a high tidal coefficient—expect major water movement all day. Your morning low rolled out around 4:14 a.m., with the first high tide at 9:18 a.m., another low near 4:11 p.m., and then a solid high tide at 9:44 p.m., perfect for those after-work casts. Don’t forget: high tides will be bringing higher...

It’s Artificial Lure checking in with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, August 20th, 2025. First light broke at 6:26 this morning, and we’re looking at sunset just before 7:47 tonight. That gives us a solid stretch to chase fish, especially with the strong tidal swings rolling through. The first low was around 4:14 AM and our morning high tide hits at 9:18, with a second low coming in just after 4 in the afternoon—prime windows for action according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Weather’s riding a northeasterly pattern this morning, with winds building up to 20, maybe even 25 knots as we get furt...

Good morning, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, August 17th, 2025.

We’re kicking off the day with balmy late-summer conditions here in Virginia. Sunrise hit around 6:19 a.m., and anglers will see the sun set at 7:56 p.m. Today brings about 14 hours of daylight, giving you plenty of time to work the water. Tides are running strong, with a high tide peaking at 2:41 p.m. and a low tide bottoming out near 8:06 a.m. at the Bay Bridge Tunnel. The tidal coefficient this morning is high—a 71—which means more current and active...

Good morning from Chesapeake Bay, Virginia—coming at you bright and early on Saturday, August 16th, 2025. I’m Artificial Lure, your local fishing and angling expert, bringing you the day’s narrative fishing report for the bay and surrounding waters.

We’re kicking off the day with a muggy start: the temperature is hovering at 78°F with light winds out of the northeast, running 5 to 10 knots and gusting up to 15 this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service marine forecast. Humidity is high—expect a sticky one until a breeze picks up later. Water temp is sitting pretty at 74°F, ne...

Chesapeake Bay sun cracked the horizon at 6:13 this morning, casting pink light over a glassy tide rolling toward low at 8:47 AM and climbing to a midday high around 2:26 PM. Temperatures are set to climb into the high eighties with a patchwork of sun and clouds, and a light southwest wind at 10 knots—classic mid-August conditions, so make sure you’ve got sunscreen and plenty of water.

On the fishing front, there’s plenty to chase but you’ll want to time your outing to take advantage of that dawn window before the heat sets in. Just like always this tim...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here, bringing you today’s Chesapeake Bay fishing report for August 13, 2025.

Conditions are shaping up classic for a late summer bite across the Virginia stretch of the Bay. According to the National Weather Service, we’ve got southwest winds steady at 5 to 10 knots, picking up to 10–15 knots in the afternoon and a one- to two-foot chop, so boaters should be comfortable with just a bit of roll. Expect clouds and a shot at afternoon showers or thunderstorms, so pack your rain gear if you’re making a run. The air’s thick and warm, but th...

Good morning, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Sunday, August 10, 2025.

The sun’s up at 6:13 AM and we’ll see it set over the water at 8:04 PM—so there’s a solid window for fishing all day today. Local weather is calling for a typical muggy August morning in the upper seventies climbing to mid-eighties by afternoon, with a southerly breeze picking up through the day. That’ll keep the chop manageable, but keep an eye out mid-bay later as thunderstorms can pop up quick this time of year.
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Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for August 9th, 2025. The sun rose at 6:16 this morning and will set at 8:02 tonight. We’ve got a nice long day to put some lines in the water and chase what’s biting.

Let’s get right to the tides: today’s low tides come in at 5:38 AM and 5:38 PM, with high tides hitting around 10:43 AM and again just after 11 tonight. That means you’ll have moving water mid-morning and early evening, which is prime for stirring up both bait and hungry gam...

It’s another August morning here on the Chesapeake—Artificial Lure dialing in with your local fishing report for August 8, 2025. Welcome, anglers.

First light broke at 6:08 a.m., and sunset will be around 8:07 p.m., so you’ve got over 14 hours of daylight to work with. The marine weather is friendly: warm, stable, just flirting with low-80s water temps, and only a mild chance of afternoon storms, so get out there early before the heat pumps up[6][5]. Tidal action is prime: a morning low rolled through around 5:45 a.m. with the next high tide cresting late morning and an...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay and Virginia fishing report for August 6th, 2025. Today brought classic late-summer Bay weather—warm, humid air, and a light east wind at 5 to 10 knots. Wave heights held steady around 1 foot according to the National Weather Service, making for smooth running whether you were casting near the pilings or chasing the edge of a channel. Sunrise was at 6:15 AM, with another gorgeous sunset at 8:03 PM.

Tides played right into the hands of early risers and evening anglers. We had a low at 3:33 AM, first high at 8:25, an afternoon low at 3:12 PM, and th...

You’re tuned in with Artificial Lure, bringing you the latest from Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, on this warm July 7th, 2025. Summer’s in full throttle and so’s the fishing—from Cape Charles to Lynnhaven Inlet, the Bay is alive and kicking.

Let’s kick things off with your sunrise at 5:52 AM and sunset at 8:26 PM. The moon’s rising at 6:10 PM, which should help the evening bite. According to Tide-Forecast.com, you had a low tide at 3:18 AM, high at 8:08 AM, low at 2:54 PM, and a solid high again at 8:35 PM—prime for that twilight topwater action.

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You’re tuned in to Artificial Lure’s Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report for Sunday, July 6, 2025. Summer’s in full swing and the bite is on fire from the mouth of the Bay all the way up its tributaries.

Today’s weather at the Bay Bridge Tunnel saw partly cloudy skies with gentle winds around 17 mph and comfortable temps, hovering in the mid-60s. Water temp’s holding steady at 63°F, making for prime conditions. Sunrise was at 5:52AM, sunset at 8:26PM, giving us loads of daylight to wet a line. Tides today rolled in with an early morning low at 2:28...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, fishing report for Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Sunrise kicked off at 5:45 AM and anglers got nearly fifteen hours on the water, with sunset wrapping things up at 8:27 PM. Today’s tidal action was lively: we saw high tides at 5:55 AM and 6:28 PM, with low water at 11:48 AM. The tidal coefficient rose from 70 to 75, meaning currents were strong and there was plenty of water movement to stir up the bite along the bottom and around structure, especially with the moon waning and daytime highs in the low 80s with a stiff bay breeze co...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025, straight from the heart of Virginia’s saltwater scene.

Sunrise kicked off at 5:45 a.m. with a blazing sky, and we’ll see daylight stretching all the way till sunset at 8:27 p.m. Over the Bay, it’s a warm, breezy day—highs near 85°F, light southwest winds, and just a touch of chop on the water. Tidal action’s energetic with strong swings today: high tides hit around mid-morning and again just before dusk, which means fish are on the move and currents are brisk around stru...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Sunrise greeted us at 5:43 AM with sunset coming at 8:29 PM, giving anglers a full stretch of daylight. Weather-wise, expect light southwest winds and temperatures hovering in the upper 70s to low 80s, with patchy cloud cover offering relief but also keeping things muggy, especially into the afternoon. Tidal movement through late morning and into the afternoon should have currents running strong—ideal for sparking fish activity through both high and low slack.

Sheepshead are stealing the spotlight at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT) right no...

Artificial Lure here with your Friday, June 20, 2025 Chesapeake Bay fishing report. Let’s dive right into what’s biting, where to fish, and what you’ll need to get tight lines today.

Sunrise hit at 5:45 a.m. and you’ve got daylight running strong until sunset at 8:27 p.m. We’re looking at nearly 15 hours of fishing light, and tides are running on a moderate swing today, with high tide expected mid-morning and tidal coefficients around 59 to 61—plenty of moving water to stir things up, especially near structure, so plan accordingly for stronger currents around the bridges and pilings. Acc...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the June 18, 2025, Chesapeake Bay fishing report—local style, just the way you want it.

First light hit the Bay at 5:44 AM, and we’ll have daylight on the water until 8:26 PM. High tides rolled in at 3:33 AM and will hit again at 4:13 PM, with lows at 10:46 AM and 11:27 PM. You’ll want to time your rockfish hunts around those moving waters, especially near the ledges and structure—the current is your friend today, especially with that early morning push.

Current surface water temps are running in the mid to upper 60s, cooling...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your fresh Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for June 15, 2025.

The summer pattern is fully locked in now, and the fishing action is heating up right alongside the rising water temps. First, let’s talk tides: the first high tide rolls in at 1:05 AM with a second high at 1:37 PM, low tides at 8:31 AM and 8:29 PM. Sunrise was at 5:44 AM, and you’ve got daylight until sunset at 8:25 PM—plenty of time to get on the water and get after it, especially with calm, warm weather and light winds...

Chesapeake Bay anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Saturday, June 14th, 2025, fishing report—straight from the docks and decks around the Virginia side of the Bay.

Sunrise hit the water at 5:42 AM today, with sunset coming up at 8:28 PM. We’ve got classic June weather—warm, high 70s to mid-80s, with light to moderate winds and mostly sunny skies. The tide will be rising through mid-morning and then easing to slack around midday, so plan your runs around that moving water for the best chances.

Fish activity is heating up alongside the we...

Watermen and weekend warriors, it’s Artificial Lure here with your real-time report from the heart of the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia waters for June 14th, 2025.

Weather’s shaping up fine for fishing today. The forecast—cooked up by local meteorological wizards—calls for warm, calm conditions with light winds and only a slim chance of any pesky storms rolling in. Highs sit comfortably in the mid to upper 80s, so slap on that sunscreen. Tides today, according to trusted tide charts, are running moderate, with a morning high around 7:30 AM and low just after noon, giving you a solid...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for all things fishing in and around Chesapeake Bay. Today, June 14th, the weather is looking pretty sweet for us anglers. We're expecting some moderate conditions with a bit of warmth, perfect for getting out on the water.

First off, let's talk tides. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is seeing a low tide at about 4:58 AM, with the next high coming in at around 11:47 AM. The tidal coefficient is average today, which means we can expect some decent currents and movement on the sea bed. Sunrise is at 5:44 AM...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the Chesapeake Bay fishing report for June 14, 2025. First off, if you’re heading out today, you’re looking at light southwest winds, temps hovering in the mid-70s at dawn, and a partly cloudy sky expected to clear by midday. Sunrise hit at 5:43 a.m., and sunset will cap the day at 8:28 p.m. Water temps are pushing into the high 70s, and we’re just past a new moon, so expect robust, moving tides peaking mid-morning and again in the late afternoon—prime windows for a bite.

Sheepshead action is lit at the Ches...

Friday, June 13th, 2025—greetings anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report.

Sunrise came in early at 5:44 am, with sunset rolling in at 8:25 pm, giving us a full day of action on the water. Today’s tidal coefficient sits at 69, just a bit above average, which means you can expect decent tidal movement and current throughout the day, always a good sign for biting fish. For the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel area, the tides are running moderate, lending themselves well to both inshore and nearshore opportunities.

Weather-wise, we’ve got classic June conditions on dec...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, June 13, 2025, focused on the waters in and around the Virginia stretch of the Bay.

Sunrise hit at 5:45 AM this morning, and you’ll have daylight until a generous 8:21 PM. We’ve got about 14 and a half hours of sun to play with. Tide action today is on the moderate side—typical for early summer—with the coefficient sitting at 52 this morning, dropping to 50 by noon and closing out around 48. Expect gentle tidal swings, which should keep fish active, especially during those windows around the tide changes. High tides ar...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for June 11, 2025.

Sunrise today lit up the water at 5:45 AM, and you’ll have daylight until a sunset of 8:21 PM. Tides at Windmill Point went high just before dawn, dropped to low around 10:35 AM, then swing back up for a strong afternoon bite at 4:21 PM. Moderate tidal swings mean good current for active feeding, especially during the moving water around mid-morning and late afternoon.

Weather is frankly perfect—mild early summer temps, light southwesterly breeze, and the forecast calls for mostly sunny skies, so both boaters and...

Good morning, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Sunrise came at 5:45 AM, with the sun sticking around until 8:21 PM. Tides at Windmill Point put us on a rising tide by midday, with a 4:21 PM high—the current is moderate, perfect for active fish. Weather’s as good as you can ask for in June—mild temps, light winds, and clear skies, so you don’t need to rush for shelter or throw on a rain slicker today.

Let’s dive right into what’s biting. The lower bay and surround...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

We’re kicking off the day with classic early summer weather—expect mild temperatures, light winds, and partly sunny skies across the Bay. For those heading out early, sunrise clocked in at 5:45 AM, and you’ll have good light until around 8:21 PM. The tide at Windmill Point started with a 3:44 AM high, hitting low at 10:35 AM, then swinging back up for a 4:21 PM high. Moderate tidal swings today mean solid current activity, so the bite should be best around those moving tide w...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for June 11, 2025.

Sunrise kicked off the day at 5:44 AM, and you can expect sunset around 8:28 PM. Winds early this morning were light out of the southeast, picking up just a bit as the day goes on with highs in the low 80s and partly cloudy skies—a classic June setup. Right now, we’re sitting close to a high tide mid-morning, with the water swinging back out toward low tide late this afternoon—a solid window for both structure and shoreline anglers.

Sheepshead fishing is firing...

Artificial Lure checking in with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for June 7th, 2025.

First light hit the water at 5:46 AM, and anglers heading out early found themselves with ideal weather: a light southerly breeze, temps hovering in the low 70s to start, climbing into the mid-80s by midday, with mostly sunny skies and a gentle chop on the Bay. Sunset will wrap up your day at 8:18 PM. Tidal action is moderate, with an average tidal coefficient today, meaning currents are moving but not ripping—great conditions for working structure and creek mouths. The tide swung low ju...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Friday, June 6th, 2025.

We’ve got a classic early summer setup across the Bay with the bite steadily improving as the water temps creep up and the days get longer. Sunrise today was at 5:46 AM and you’ll have light until sunset at 8:19 PM—plenty of time to chase that fish of a lifetime. According to the latest tide charts from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, we’re looking at moderate tidal swings today, with a high tide this morning and another coming mid-afternoon. The tida...

# Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report for June 4, 2025

Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your mid-week fishing report for the Chesapeake Bay region. Let's dive right in!

The bay's water temps are hovering in the upper 60s with a slight warming trend expected in the coming days. Sunrise was at 5:42 AM this morning and we'll see sunset at 8:25 PM tonight, giving you plenty of daylight hours on the water.

The tides are running average today with a coefficient of 52, dropping to 48 by evening. We've got rising water currently with high tide expected in about 3 hours...

Good morning anglers, it’s Artificial Lure bringing you your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for June 1, 2025.

We’re starting the day with a sunrise at 5:45 AM and expecting the sun to stick around until a late sunset at 8:21 PM. Today’s tide at Windmill Point starts with a high at 3:44 AM, falling to low tide by 10:35 AM, then climbing back to a 4:21 PM high before another low just before midnight. The tidal coefficient is sitting in the average range, starting at 60 and ending at 52, so you’ll see moderate current swings, which should keep fish active, especially during moving w...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay, Virginia fishing report for Saturday, May 31st, 2025.

Sunrise was right at 5:46 a.m. and sunset’s set for 8:17 p.m. The weather’s shaping up with mild temps in the upper 70s, light winds out of the southwest, and only partly cloudy skies—ideal for spending all day on the water. According to Tide-Forecast, tides today look like this: an early high at 1:52 a.m., low at 9:15 a.m., a midday high around 2:22 p.m., and another low at 9:18 p.m. That means good moving water for both the morn...

Good morning, anglers – Artificial Lure reporting from the heart of Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay, bringing you the latest on fishing conditions for Friday, May 30, 2025.

We had an early sunrise at 5:47AM and you can expect a beautiful sunset at 8:17PM, giving you plenty of daylight to chase your target species. Today’s tides are textbook for active fish: high tide hit at 12:59AM, low at 8:23AM, back to high at 1:27PM, and final low tide at 8:20PM. With a tidal coefficient peaking at 96, expect strong currents and pronounced tidal swings—perfect for moving bait and hungry predators, especially around s...

Good morning anglers this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday May 28 2025. Sunrise came at 555 am with sunset at 819 pm. Weather this morning is partly cloudy with highs in the upper 70s and a light south breeze. Expect prime conditions for both early morning and late evening bites.

Tides today show a high around midmorning and a falling tide through midday which should get fish moving in the main channels and near structure. Water temperatures are sitting in the upper 60s to low 70s pushing many species into active feeding patterns.

Up...

Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Monday, May 26, 2025.

We rolled into Memorial Day with pleasant weather. Early morning started calm and cool, warming up fast by midmorning. Expect highs in the upper 70s, light southwest winds around 7 to 10 knots, and mostly sunny skies. The sunrise came at 5:47 am, and sunset will be at 8:19 pm, giving us long, prime fishing hours today.

Tidal conditions are in your favor this morning, with an incoming tide peaking late morning and slack water mid-afternoon, making for a solid bite window. That...

Hey there, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning fishing report for May 25, 2025, straight from the beautiful Chesapeake Bay.

The waters are finally settling down after that heavy rainfall we had earlier this month. The Conowingo Dam had been in spill conditions, making the lower Susquehanna River and Way North region pretty muddy, but things should be improving nicely by now.

Big news for striped bass anglers - the season opened on May 16th in certain areas of the Bay, but remember that the Way North region remains closed until June 1st. Make sure you...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Saturday, May 24, 2025.

We are heading into the Memorial Day weekend with fine weather across the region. Expect light breezes through the morning, highs pushing into the low 80s by afternoon, and partly cloudy skies. Sunrise today was at 5:49 AM and sunset will be at 8:14 PM, giving you a long window to get out on the water.

Tides are running strong today, with an early morning high incoming around 8:15 AM and a low tide just past 2:40 PM. Fish should be more active around...

Hey y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for this beautiful Friday morning, May 23rd, 2025.

Folks, we're hitting that sweet spot where the water's warming up nicely across the Bay, sitting right around 70 degrees. The striped bass season has been open for about a week now in Virginia waters, with a 20-28 inch slot limit and one fish per day. Anglers have been having good luck at the Bay Bridge, Patapsco River, and Chester River. If you're working the shallows, focus on shoreline points, docks, and rip-rap, especially during strong tidal movements.

Speaking...

Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your mid-week fishing update for the Chesapeake Bay area on this fine Wednesday morning, May 21st.

The big news is we're still dealing with some aftermath from that heavy rain earlier this month. The Way North region of the Bay has been running high and muddy, with the Conowingo Dam in spill conditions. If you're heading that direction, expect challenging conditions with murky water and debris, though things should be improving compared to last weekend.

Remember, striped bass season opened May 16th in certain areas of the Bay, but the...

Hey there, anglers! This is Artificial Lure coming at ya with your fresh Chesapeake Bay fishing report for this fine Monday morning, May 19th, 2025.

The waters are heating up and so is the action! With temperatures now approaching 70°F along the coast, we're seeing that mid-May transition in full swing. The striped bass season opened just a few days ago on May 16th, and folks are already reporting good catches. Remember your regulations - in Virginia waters you've got until June 15th, with a 20-28 inch slot size and a one fish per day limit[5].

Those b...

Good morning anglers this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Sunday May 18th 2025

Sunrise rolled in at 553 am with sunset coming up at 808 pm. Skies are mostly clear today with air temps climbing into the upper 70s perfect for a day on the water. Winds are light and variable and the tide schedule favors morning and evening fishing with a moderate incoming tide just after sunrise and a falling tide in the afternoon.

Water temperatures are pushing 70 degrees and that’s sparked a real uptick in fish activity across the Bay an...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Saturday, May 17, 2025.

We have a beautiful spring day on tap, with temperatures starting in the low 60s at sunrise and climbing into the upper 70s by midday. Winds are light out of the northeast, making for manageable conditions on the water. Sunrise was at 5:51 am and sunset will be at 8:10 pm, giving us plenty of daylight for a full day of fishing.

Tidal activity today shows a high tide around mid-morning and another low in the late afternoon. This sets up well...

CHESAPEAKE BAY FISHING REPORT
May 16, 2025
By Artificial Lure

Mornin' anglers! Today's the day many of y'all been waitin' for - the first segment of the 2025 striped bass season kicks off right here in the Chesapeake[1]. The water's warmin' up nicely, and fish activity is pickin' up all over the Bay.

The big news this week is those first waves of red drum have shown up in Virginia waters[1]. If you're after these bruisers, load up on cut mullet, bunker, or crab - peelers work real good this time of year[5]. For the smaller puppy...

Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

Sunrise hit the water at 5:55 AM this morning, with sunset expected around 8:06 PM. We’re seeing partly cloudy skies with temps in the low 70s at dawn, warming into the mid-70s by afternoon. Winds are running light out of the southwest, ramping up a bit as the day goes on but staying manageable for most boats. High tide rolls in around 8:45 AM, with the outgoing tide peaking late afternoon, ideal for setting up on those drop-offs and marsh edges.

The bite’s been hot...

Hey there anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for this fine Monday morning, May 12th, 2025.

The Bay's really heating up now, folks! Water temps are climbing and the fish are responding. Let's dive right into what's biting.

Striped bass season opens in just four days on May 16th in Maryland waters, the Potomac, DC, and Virginia waters of the Chesapeake. Remember your regs - one fish per person daily with that 19-24 inch slot limit. Plenty of schoolie stripers are already active, with anglers reporting accidental catches of fish between 18-25 inches...

Howdy anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning Chesapeake Bay fishing report for May 11, 2025.

Folks, the Bay is coming alive this spring! Water temps are warming nicely, and the fish are responding. Let's dive right in.

Striper season opens in just five days on May 16th across Maryland waters, DC, the Potomac, and Virginia waters of the Bay. Till then, these beauties remain off-limits, though plenty of anglers are reporting accidental catches while targeting other species. Remember, one fish per person per day with that 19" to 24" slot limit once the season opens.

Red...

Artificial Lure's Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report
May 10, 2025

Mornin' anglers! Artificial Lure here with your weekend fishing update around the Chesapeake.

The weather's been cooperating nicely this week, with warm conditions perfect for getting out on the water. Sunrise was at 5:58 AM today with sunset coming at 8:07 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to cast those lines.

Snakehead fishing has been nothing short of excellent this spring! The Potomac Creek tributaries are absolutely loaded with them right now. One lucky angler pulled in a monster 30.5-incher this past week. For the best results, try...

Hey there anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing update for this beautiful Friday morning, May 9th, 2025.

The tides are running strong today with high tide coming in around mid-morning, making it perfect for hitting those creek mouths as the water pushes in. Sunrise was about 6:00 AM and we'll see sunset around 8:05 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with.

Let me tell you, the fishing action is really heating up across the Bay. Snakehead fishing has been absolutely on fire this spring, especially in the Potomac River tributaries. Folks on both the...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

The sun rose right around 6:00 AM and will set close to 8:00 PM tonight, giving us plenty of daylight to wet a line. Weather’s looking decent, with light winds and mild temps—perfect springtime conditions on the water.

Tides today are moderate, with a falling tide through the late morning and a midday low. That means your early morning and late afternoon trips should see a little push—ideal for firing up the bite along marsh edges and creeks.

O...

Good morning anglers this is Artificial Lure reporting from the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, with your fishing scoop for Monday, May 5th, 2025. The Bay has come alive with the warming waters and the fish are hungry, so it is a great time to get lines wet.

First off, if you’re heading out, expect a mild early May day. Sunrise was around 6:01 AM and sunset will be close to 8:00 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to fish. Skies are partly cloudy and temps are in the mid-60s to 70s. Winds are light out of the southwest at 7 to 10 kn...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your fresh Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Sunday, May 4, 2025. The sun rose at 6:09 AM and will set around 7:59 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet a line. Weather this morning is mild and warming quickly, with light winds and only scattered clouds—classic spring conditions perfect for being on the water.

Tides today are moderate, with a morning incoming tide peaking late morning and a falling tide through the afternoon. These conditions overlap nicely with peak fish activity, especially for striper and drum.

The fishing around the Bay ha...

Hey y'all, Artificial Lure here with your May 3rd, 2025 Chesapeake Bay fishing report!

Folks, we're seeing some fantastic action all around the Bay this morning. The weather's finally settled into that sweet spring pattern, and the fish are responding beautifully.

The big news right now is those bull red drum - they're showing up in force around the mouth of the Bay, particularly at Latimer Shoal and the northern section of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. These bruisers are running 25 to 50 pounds, and they'll keep building in numbers through the month. If you're looking to tangle with...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Friday, May 2, 2025.

The spring bite across the Bay and its Virginia waters is heating up as we roll into May. Sunrise today is at 6:07 AM and sunset will be at 7:55 PM, with air temps swinging from the upper 50s into the low 70s. The bay and ocean water temperatures are still near 50 degrees, so dress in layers and expect that cool bite off the water. We're looking at mostly clear skies with a light breeze out of the northwest, making for some smooth...

CHESAPEAKE BAY FISHING REPORT - April 30, 2025

Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your midweek fishing update around the Chesapeake. Weather's been a bit erratic lately, but things are starting to stabilize as we head into May.

The shad run is still going strong but starting to taper off. If you want to get in on this action, better head out soon. Over at Mason Springs and Fletcher's Cove, anglers have been having epic days, with some folks landing over 100 fish between them! Silver spoons have been the top producer, but darts are working well too. For...

Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Wednesday, April 23rd. If you’re gearing up to hit the water around Virginia’s stretch of the Bay, here’s what you need to know.

The weather’s been on the wild side lately, with erratic swings and a persistent breeze coming in off the Bay. We’ve had a fair bit of recent rain, which has left the water levels a touch high, but thankfully the water clarity isn’t too bad[1]. Today we’ll see cloud cover and temperatures in the low 50s trendi...

This is Artificial Lure with your Chesapeake Bay Virginia fishing report for Monday, April 21, 2025.

First light hit at 6:28 a.m. today with sunset coming at 7:42 p.m., giving you a long, mild spring day to wet a line. Weather’s been on the cool side, but daytime temps are heading up into the 60s and light wind means it’s a good day to be on the Bay. Water temps across the lower Bay are in the upper 50s to low 60s, holding steady with the recent cooler air. Tides at Point Lookout saw high tide just after 4 a.m...

Chesapeake Bay anglers got treated to another action-packed weekend. The morning started with a brisk chill, temps hovering in the mid-50s, and a light westerly breeze coming off a weather front that moved through late last night. Expect partly cloudy skies today, with highs reaching the low 60s by midday. Sunrise was right before 6:20 am and expect a sunset around 7:45 pm. Tides are running close to the new moon, so expect strong moving water with high tide mid-morning and low tide pushing late afternoon.

Fishing remains hot this week across both the main Bay and the rivers...