Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas Fishing Report Today

Howdy, y'all, this is Artificial Lure, your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing guru, comin' atcha live from the banks on this chilly December 15th mornin'. Winter's grip is on tight—46 degrees at dawn with a stout NNE wind blowin', feelin' like 13 up north but we're holdin' steady here. Solunar tables from Houston forecast say today's a solid "Better" bite: major times 'round 5:46-7:46 AM and 6:13-8:13 PM, minors at 1:11-2:11 AM and 11:18 AM-12:18 PM. Sunrise at 7:23 AM, sunset 7:43 PM—get out early 'fore the front pushes more cold air. No real tides on this big res, but lake's stable, water 'round 60 degr...

Howdy, y'all, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishin' report for Sunday, December 14th, right here in deep East Texas. Water's sittin' at about 58 degrees, muddy from recent rains per the latest TPWD weekly update, and the bite's been slow but pickin' up for bass and cats.

Sunrise was at 7:02 AM, sunset 'round 5:50 PM—short days mean fish are feedin' early and late. Solunar tables from Tool nearby show major bite times from 3:03 to 5:03 AM and 3:33 to 5:33 PM today, with minors at 8:41 to 9:41 AM—perfect for gettin' out there now. No real tides on this rese...

Hey y’all, Artificial Lure here with your Sam Rayburn fishing report comin’ straight from the piney woods of Deep East Texas.

We’re sittin’ in that early winter pattern now. According to the National Weather Service out of Lufkin, we’ve got cool mornings in the low 40s warming into the upper 50s to low 60s, light north to northeast breeze, and high pressure parked over us most of the day. Skies are mostly clear, so expect bright sun by mid‑morning and a light chop on the main lake.

Sunrise is right around 7:05 a.m., with sun...

Hey y'all, this is Artificial Lure comin' at ya with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishin' report for December 12th. Water's muddy at 59 degrees and sittin' 9.03 feet low, per the latest from Lone Star Outdoor News. Sunrise hits around 7:00 AM, sunset 'bout 5:30 PM – prime daylight for chasin' those big ones.

Weather's coolin' off with highs in the low 60s, light winds from the north – perfect for winter bass patterns. No real tides here on this big freshwater beast, but that low water's concentratin' fish in channels and points.

Largemouth bass are good right now, keyin' on spinnerbaits, ratt...

Mornin’ folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report.

We’re lookin’ at a solid day on the water. Sunrise was just before 7:10 this mornin’, and sunset’s around 5:20, so you’ve got a good stretch of daylight to work with. The weather’s mild, temps in the upper 50s to low 70s, light winds out of the north, and skies mostly clear. No big fronts pushin’ in today, so the bite should stay steady.

Sam Rayburn’s water is stained, about 80 degrees, and sitting around 8.5 feet low. That’s typical for December, and the ba...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report.

Rayburn’s settled into that early winter groove. According to the National Weather Service out of Shreveport, mornings are starting off cool in the upper 40s to low 50s, warming into the low to mid‑60s by afternoon with a light north to northeast breeze and mostly cloudy skies. That cloud cover’s been holding all week and it’s keeping the bite steady instead of boom‑or‑bust. Sunrise is right around 7 a.m. with sunset about 5:15 p.m., so you’ve got a tight feeding window early and late...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report.

Rayburn’s settled into that early winter groove now. According to the National Weather Service, we’re looking at cool mornings in the upper 40s to low 50s, warming into the 60s this afternoon with light north to northeast wind and a slight chance of drizzle. Skies are mostly cloudy, which is perfect for a steady bite. Sunrise is right around 7:00 a.m., sunset about 5:15 p.m., giving you a nice, short feeding window on each end of the day.

This is a reservoir, so no tide...

Artificial Lure here with your Sam Rayburn fishing report.

The big lake is sliding into that true winter pattern now, with cool, damp air, light north to northeast breeze most of the day, and a mix of clouds and filtered sun keeping things on the chilly side. Expect a cool start, slowly warming through the afternoon, with enough breeze to put a chop on the main lake but not so much that you can’t run. Sunrise is right around 7 in the morning with sunset coming a little after 5, so you’ve got a short but productive window to w...

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure with your daily fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn on Thursday, December 4th, 2025.

We're looking at excellent winter bass conditions out here on the lake right now. Water temperatures have settled in around 59 to 63 degrees, and that cold front that came through has fish positioning perfectly for anglers willing to put in the work.

Bass activity has been solid across the lake. We're seeing largemouth and smallmouth bass responding well to chatterbaits and spinnerbaits along the banks and shallow rocky points. If you're working the deeper structure, Carolina rigs and...

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure with your daily fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn on this Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025.

We're looking at some excellent winter bass conditions out here on the lake. Sunrise is hitting around 7:08 AM and we'll see sunset at 7:47 PM, giving you a solid ten hours of daylight to get out and wet a line. The solunar forecast is showing us average to average-plus activity today, so conditions are decent for getting after some bass.

Water temperature is holding in the low 60s, and that's perfect for winter bass fishing. This time...

# Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - December 2nd, 2025

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure with your daily fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn.

Let me start with the conditions. We're looking at sunrise at 6:51 AM and sunset at 7:43 PM today, giving us about 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight. The water's looking average for activity, but don't let that fool you—this time of year is prime time on Sam Rayburn.

Here's the thing about December on the Reservoir: this is when the big bass move shallow. Professional anglers have caught eight or nine double-digit la...

# Sam Rayburn Lake Report - December 1st, 2025

Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Monday morning Sam Rayburn report. We're looking at a solid winter pattern shaping up on the lake today.

Sunrise came in around 7:12 this morning, and we're looking at sunset around 7:45 tonight—giving us just over twelve and a half hours of daylight. The solunar forecast shows major feeding times between 3:03 and 5:03 AM, and again from 3:33 to 5:33 PM this afternoon. If you're heading out, that afternoon window is prime time as water temps tend to warm up a bit.

Winter on Sa...

# Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - November 30, 2025

Well, howdy y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning fishing report for Sam Rayburn!

Let me tell you, we've had some absolutely stellar fishing action out here lately. Just this past week, we've seen some impressive catches coming off the water. The largemouth population is firing on all cylinders right now, with anglers landing some serious quality fish. We've also had excellent reports on white bass schooling up, plus catfish activity has been steady for those looking to put some meat in the cooler.

Speaking of...

# Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - November 29, 2025

Well hey there, folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Saturday morning report from Lake Sam Rayburn.

Today we're looking at sunrise at 6:57 AM and sunset at 5:22 PM, so you've got a solid day on the water ahead of you. We're in that late November sweet spot where the bass are feeding well before the deeper cold really sets in.

**Recent Action**

The lake has been absolutely firing lately. Just wrapped up a Toyota Series event where Brody Campbell absolutely dominated with a...

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with today's fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn on this Friday, November 28th, 2025.

Let me start with the conditions. Sun came up this morning at 7:04 AM and we're looking at a sunset around 7:35 PM, giving us a solid 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight to work with. The moon's sitting at just 15 percent waxing crescent, so we're in a lower lunar activity period.

Speaking of activity, today's shaping up to be average for fishing. Your major bite windows are hitting early—2:54 to 4:54 AM and again from 3:24 to 5:24 PM. If...

# Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report – November 27, 2025

Well howdy, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Thursday morning fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn. We're looking at water temperatures hovering around the mid-60s, which means we're in that prime fall transition period. The bass are starting to bulk up for winter, so you're gonna want to match your lure size to the shad they're feeding on.

**Fish Activity & Recent Catches**

Things have been heating up out there. We're seeing solid largemouth bass action, particularly on artificial lures. The topwater bite has been reliable early in...

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.

We're heading into late fall here at Rayburn, and the fishing's starting to heat up as the water temps continue cooling down. With sunrise coming around 7:12 AM and sunset at 5:45 PM, you've got a solid window to get out on the water today.

The bite's been good across the lake, and we're seeing some quality fish being caught. This time of year, lipless crankbaits are absolutely deadly, especially when you're working them along the grass edges. The water...

Mornin’ y’all, it’s Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for November 25, 2025. We’re lookin’ at a mostly sunny day with temps in the upper 60s, a light breeze outta the east, and the water’s clear as ever. Sunrise was at 7:23 AM, and sunset’s comin’ up at 6:12 PM, so you’ve got a good stretch of daylight to get out there. No tides to worry about inland, but the moon’s in a waxing crescent phase, which means decent bite windows around the major times—especially late morning and early evening.

Fish activity’s been s...

Good morning, anglers—this is Artificial Lure bringing you today’s fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas. Sunrise came at 6:53 AM and we're looking at a sunset tonight right around 5:17 PM, giving us crisp late-fall daylight. As of this morning, Texas Freshwater Fishing Report notes that water in Sam Rayburn is stained, sitting at about 80 degrees, with the lake currently 8.54 feet below pool—so keep an eye out for shallow structure and exposed timber.

The weather’s holding mild: expect highs near 68°F, a faint southerly breeze at 10 mph, and overcast skies improving toward mid-afternoon. No rain in the fo...

Artificial Lure here with your November 21st, 2025 fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding East Texas waters. Let’s get right to it—conditions are prime, and the bass are biting for those who put in the time.

Sunrise slid in at 6:48 AM, with sunset falling just after 6:32 PM tonight. The major bite windows today line up from 6:18 AM to 8:18 AM and 6:48 PM to 8:48 PM, so plan your casts with that solunar timing in mind for maximum action, especially around dawn when Texas lakes come alive according to SolunarForecast.

Water level’s low—down more tha...

Fishing action on **Lake Sam Rayburn** this Thursday, November 20, 2025, is defined by falling water levels, cooling temps, and fired-up fall fish movement. Right now, the lake is sitting about 8 feet below pool and dropping slow, so mind those humps and shallow ridges if you’re boating around out there. Water clarity is stained, and surface temps are hovering near 80 degrees as the week got started, but don’t be surprised if pockets dip into the upper 70s after last night’s cool breeze, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife’s Pineywoods weekly report.

**Sunrise was at 6:59 a.m., sunset h...

Mornin’ y’all, it’s Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for today, November 19th, 2025. The sun’s peekin’ over the trees, risin’ at 7:23 AM and settin’ at 6:12 PM, so you’ve got a good stretch of daylight to work with. The weather’s mild, with temps hoverin’ in the upper 60s to low 70s, and the skies are mostly clear—perfect for a day on the water. No tides to worry about here, but the solunar forecast says the best bite windows are from 2:13 AM to 4:13 AM and 2:37 PM to 4:37 PM, with a secondary window from 9:01 AM to 10:01...

Lake Sam Rayburn’s showing her true fall colors today, y’all. With the chill settling in, anglers hit the water this morning greeted by a crisp southeast breeze and patchy clouds. The sunrise was at 6:39 AM, and we’re looking at daylight fading out around 8:04 PM. Temps started off near 52°F, warming into the mid-60s by lunch, while last night’s cold front left the water a bit stained—perfect for November bass action.

Solunar tables give us major activity from 1:45 to 3:45 AM, then again from 2:17 to 4:17 PM, with minor feeding spurts around 7:17-8:17 AM and late at nig...

# Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - November 17, 2025

Well hey there, folks. Artificial Lure here with your Monday morning report from Lake Sam Rayburn. We're looking at some solid fishing conditions today, so let's dive right in.

**The Conditions**

Sun's coming up at 6:48 this morning and we're looking at a sunset around 5:30. The lake is running a bit low right now—about seven feet down from normal pool—but don't let that discourage you. The fish are still biting, and Big Sam's been producing some serious action.

**What's Been Biting**

Just last week...

Howdy y’all, Artificial Lure here with your November 16th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas!

We’re heading out to a classic East Texas fall morning—cool, crisp, and a light haze hugging the water early on. The mercury’s been starting near 52 and warming up to the upper 60s by late afternoon, with a gentle north breeze most of the day. The skies are mostly clear, so bring your shades and a thermos of coffee for that sunrise bite.

Sunrise was at 6:45 AM and we’ll see the sunset slip behind the pines at 5:22 PM...

Artificial Lure with your November 15th Sam Rayburn fishing report, y’all. Sunrise was at 6:48 AM with sunset rolling at 5:23 PM, giving us nearly 11 hours of casting light. The weather’s mild; expect a high around 71°F and partly cloudy skies, maybe a little wind out of the northeast. It’s nice jacket weather, perfect for fall bassin’.

We’re sitting on a first quarter moon, and according to FishingReminder, major bite times today hit from 5:32 to 7:32 AM, with another solid window from 5:51 to 7:51 PM. You’ll get another minor flurry from 12:45 to 2:45 PM. So early and late are your best...

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure bringin’ you the Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, November 14th, 2025. If you’re planning on getting lines wet today, you picked a good’un—weather’s coming in crisp this morning, with sunup at 6:44 AM and wind likely out of the north, keeping things in the mid-50s early and warming up to the high 60s by afternoon. Expect sunset around 5:22 PM, so there’s a healthy day’s worth of fishing ahead.

Now, we’re sittin’ near the new moon, so tides aren’t much concern on a reservoir, but you best believe...

Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas – November 13, 2025

Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn, y’all. Artificial Lure here, your local angling confidant with today’s fishing rundown. Conditions out here are classic late fall—expect some slick action if you know where and how to look.

**Weather & Conditions:**
It’s a mild, muggy morning with sunrise officially at 6:41 a.m., and sunset rolling in at 5:22 p.m. Skies are partly cloudy with a light south breeze cutting through, typical Pineywoods humidity keeping things warm. Water temperature’s holding at about 80 degrees, but the big news is the water level—...

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for November 11th, 2025—straight from the Big Sam, with the real scoop from the water.

The lake's seen a wild swing lately. That persistent rain’s raised water levels, and the result is the north end is just about chocolate milk—blown-out mud and near unfishable for most. Word is, according to Major League Fishing, "There’s more dirty water than I have ever seen in my life," said Cody Ross, and most pros agree—if you want a fighting chance today, head south or stay mid-l...

Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your November 10, 2025, fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding East Texas backwaters.

It’s a warm, muggy start with the water holding steady at about 80 degrees and sitting 8.5 feet low from pool after these dry fall weeks, per the Lone Star Outdoor News’s latest update. Water is stained but still plenty fishable. Sunrise hit just after 6:40 a.m., with sunset headed your way a bit before 5:30 p.m. The air’s humid, winds are light early but picking up out of the south later—keep that in mind as midday g...

Artificial Lure here, bringing y’all the latest outta Lake Sam Rayburn this morning, November 9, 2025. Let’s get straight to it—conditions are classic late fall in deep East Texas, and the fish are moving with the weather.

**Weather** today started off crisp, right around 58°F at sunrise, climbing to a high near 77°F by afternoon. Skies are mostly clear, with a gentle southern breeze—not quite enough chop to trouble your casting. Sunrise was 6:41 a.m. and sunset rolls in at 5:22 p.m., giving us prime daylight for those early and late bites.

**Lake Conditions:** Water is s...

It’s Artificial Lure with your Saturday morning fishing report for November 8, 2025, coming to you from Lake Sam Rayburn, deep in the Pineywoods of East Texas, where fall is settling in but the fish still have stories to tell.

Sunrise hit this morning at 6:41 a.m., and you’ll see sunset around 5:24 p.m. Daylight’s burning fast, and the air’s got that cool snap we’ve been waiting for—low around 62 degrees, headed for a high of about 67. Winds are out of the north, making it crisp, and the humidity’ll keep you reaching for that coffee early...

Howdy anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, November 7th, 2025. If you’re rigged and ready, here’s all you need for a top-notch fall day on the water.

Lake Sam Rayburn is holding steady as one of the country’s premier bass fisheries—according to local land listings, it was named the No. 1 bass fishing lake in the U.S. just a few years back, and it’s still living up to the hype. Largemouth are front and center right now, with folks on the water reporting solid numbers of quality...

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure with your boots-on-the-ground fishing report for Thursday, November 6th, 2025, straight from Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas.

After a wild run of rain, ol’ Big Sam is sitting up higher than usual and lookin’ muddy, especially up north. Locals are saying it’s the dirtiest water they’ve seen in years. Word around the ramp is, that mess up north is just about unfishable—blown out mud, not just a little dingy, but orange and thick. The Angelina and Neches are both pumping water, and the flood gates are closed to hold it all in for con...

Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with the November 5th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas. It’s that classic early November pattern out here: cool mornings and sunny, mild afternoons, water still holding some warmth, and fish making moves after the first chilly fronts.

Weather’s been mostly clear, with highs pushing the upper 80s yesterday and into today—91 for the afternoon, dipping down to the mid 60s at night. Winds have been light but expect them to pick up slightly as the week rolls forward, and the sun rises at 6:39 AM, setting at 5:2...

Howdy folks, Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Tuesday, November 4th, 2025. If you’re thinking about wetting a line this week, you’ll want all the details—so here’s what you need to know before you hitch up the boat and head on out.

Weather’s crisp this morning—temps started in the upper 40s at sunrise and we’re looking to top out around 63 degrees by afternoon, with light winds out of the north. Sky is mostly clear, and that fall cool-down has the fish feeling feisty. Sunrise was right around 6:38 AM...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Monday, November 3, 2025. Folks, we’re kicking off November with crisp autumn mornings, eager bass, and not a deer hunter in sight on the water.

We had a clear sunrise this morning at 6:38 AM, and you can expect the sun to sink tonight around 5:28 PM. The high for today hovers near 72°F, with light winds pushing in from the north, perfect for working topwater baits early. No big fronts blowing through, so conditions ought to stay steady—always a plus for consistent fish activity. For those wondering about tides...

Artificial Lure bringing you your sunrise fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Folks woke up to a classic East Texas autumn morning. Sunrise hit the lake at 7:26am, with sunset slated for 6:27pm tonight. Air temps started off mild, climbing from the low 60s and stretching into the low 80s by mid-afternoon. Light winds out of the southwest kept the water moving, but nothing fierce enough to mess up your cast. Skies are mostly clear, so don’t forget your hat and shades.

Water at Sam Rayburn is running about 1.5 feet below normal po...

Artificial Lure reporting in from beautiful Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas—Big Sam is waking up under crisp, clear skies this November 1st, and the bite is showing late fall patterns across the basin.

Sunrise this morning was at 6:39 AM and sunset will hit at 6:13 PM, with anglers getting a solid 11 and a half hours of daylight to work with, so plan your outings accordingly and hit the lake early for the best chance at a monster catch. Weather temperatures are ranging between low 50s at sunrise and a pleasant mid-70s by afternoon, with light northern breezes settling th...

Lake Sam Rayburn’s cooling fall bite is picking up steam this Friday, October 31. Water’s holding around 80 degrees, but the lake has dropped to a striking 8½ feet below pool, so there are humps and shallows cropping up—keep those eyes peeled, especially running out of the main creeks. Mornings start calm, but winds build through the day, and you can feel fall finally winning out over summer. Today, sunrise came at 7:03 AM with a sunset coming at 7:36 PM, and we’re sitting under a waxing crescent moon, lending just enough nighttime light for those headed out early or staying late, acc...

Artificial Lure back with your latest Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for October 30, 2025. We’ve got a classic East Texas morning: cool, breezy, and just right for chasing those fall bass and slabs. First light hit at 7:28 a.m., and sunset’s coming up at 6:38 p.m. With the overnight northwest winds rolling in, water temps are holding near **80 degrees**, and conditions are stained—visibility’s not the best, but the bite’s waking up as the lake keeps dropping, now **8.54 feet below pool** according to the TPWD weekly report. Boaters, keep a sharp eye out for stumps and shallows popping up...

Artificial Lure here with your October 29, 2025, Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report. Overnight, a crisp northwest wind rolled through and dropped morning temps into the low 50s, and by midafternoon highs will hover near 61°F. Skies are clear, humidity is moderate, and conditions are stable. Sunrise hit at 7:33 AM with sunset set for 6:42 PM.

Solunar tables call for peak fish activity right around 1:20 to 3:20 PM today, with minor flurries jumping at first light and again at dusk. According to the best fishing forecasts, it's a *best day* rating for the lake—expect active fish, especially as the water cools off...

This is Artificial Lure reporting live from Lake Sam Rayburn, deep in the heart of East Texas, where the fall bite is showing true form for October 28, 2025. We’re waking up to clear skies this morning, with air temps lingering in the mid-60s at sunrise and climbing into the low 80s by late afternoon—classic bluebird weather out here. Winds are light out of the southeast at about 7 to 9 mph, making for smooth running between spots and nearly glassy coves at first light. Sunrise rolled in at 7:03 this morning, and you’ll see sunset at 7:36 PM, giving you a fat wi...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Monday, October 27, 2025.

We’re waking up to crisp autumn air, with morning temps in the low 50s climbing to the mid-60s by midafternoon. Expect partly cloudy skies, a light north breeze, and just enough chill to get those fish feeding. The sun rose at 7:28 AM and will set tonight at 6:39 PM, giving you over eleven hours of daylight on the water. Solunar peak activity hits between 1:20–3:20 PM today, with a minor flurry from about 8:20–9:20 AM, so plan that sandwich break accordingly. The moon's just a slende...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, October 26th, 2025. We kicked things off this morning with sunrise at 7:18AM, and you can count on a sunset right around 6:39PM. Weather’s seasonal with a lingering cool front—overnight temps dropped into the upper 50s and we’re climbing to a high near 80 by late afternoon. Winds have been light out of the northwest, making for calm water and a perfect fall bite.

Fish activity is peaking with this stretch of cool mornings and warm afternoons. Bass are really spreading out: some are still shallo...

Howdy, folks, this is Artificial Lure comin’ at ya with the Lake Sam Rayburn fishin’ report for October 25, 2025. Let’s talk straight: it’s prime time on the Big Pond, y’all. Water’s been coolin’ down quick thanks to a crisp northeast breeze nippin’ at our heels for the past few days, and the fish know it—buckle up, ‘cause the bite is on.

## Weather & Sun Times

First, the weather—get ready for another fine fall morning. The sun should poke its head up around 7:11 AM local time, and it’ll duck down just after 7:45 PM, givin’ us a solid 12...

Good morning y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, October 24, 2025, comin’ to you before the sun even cracks the horizon.

Weather this mornin’ feels a tad damp with showers rollin’ through, keepin’ the high around 71, droppin’ to the mid-60s overnight. The day’ll stay mostly overcast and cooler than we’ve seen in weeks—a nice break after that unusually warm October Texas’s had, according to North Texas e-News, with a little north breeze cuttin’ the humidity and makin’ it downright pleasant on the water. Sunrise was right at 7:17 AM, and sunset’s...

Artificial Lure checking in with your detailed Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Thursday, October 23, 2025. Sunrise kicked off at 7:11 AM, with sunset wrapping things up at 7:45 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight to work the water. Today’s moon is a waxing crescent at 24%, and your best windows for fish activity come early—right at daylight from about 5:06 to 7:06 AM—and again just before dusk from 5:37 to 7:37 PM. If you miss those, the mid-morning minor bite around 10:30 to 11:30 AM has produced some surprise catches this week. The lake’s running about 8 feet low, so every trip means watching out for new st...

Artificial Lure checking in for October 22, 2025, with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report. The sun rose at 7:11 AM, and you’ve got until 7:45 PM to chase bites. As of this morning, we’ve got a steady fall pattern setting up, temps in the mid-60s at dawn, highs reaching low 80s by afternoon, partly cloudy, light southeast winds, and still-dropped water levels—the lake’s sitting almost 8 feet below full pool, exposing points and fresh brush according to local drone footage from October 11.

The moon’s at a 24% waxing crescent, and the strongest fish activity windows—the “major times” on the...

Artificial Lure reporting in from Lake Sam Rayburn, bringing you today’s angling update straight from our East Texas waters.

Weather this morning is sitting mild with some patchy clouds and highs expected near 80 degrees, water levels running about 7.35 feet below normal. Expect stained water and surface temps right around 80, making for fair conditions all day. Sunrise cracked the horizon at 7:22 AM and sunset’s landing at 6:45 PM, so you’ve got a solid window for fishing. No tidal report for these woods, but solunar tables for East Texas show the major fish activity peaks from around 7:45 AM to 9:4...

Artificial Lure here with your October 20th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, deep in the heart of East Texas. It’s a crisp, early fall morning, with sunrise coming up around 7:24 AM and sunset expected at 6:42 PM—plenty of daylight for those chasing big bass and slab crappie. The weather is mild, high temps topping out near 77°F, light south winds around 5-10 mph, and skies mostly partly cloudy today. Early mornings and late afternoons are shaping up best for fishing, especially with water temps hanging around the upper 60s and lower 70s after recent cool nights.

Thoug...

Lake Sam Rayburn anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, October 19th, 2025 report, straight from the piney woods. Fall is settling in, and the water on Big Sam is running a bit low, around 7.4 feet down, and holding steady at a stained 80 degrees—classic October conditions for this East Texas gem according to Lone Star Outdoor News.

Sunrise today hit around 7:24 AM with sunset at 6:41 PM. Expect a partly cloudy morning turning into a bright afternoon, northwest wind 5-10 mph, and temps climbing from the high 50s into the low 70s. Bring a windbreaker for the early bite, bu...

Hey y’all, this is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for October 18, 2025.

Sunrise today hit at 7:29 AM and we’ll have daylight till 7:43 PM. Early risers caught a calm, crisp autumn start—the air’s cooler but water temperatures are still hanging around 80 to 90 degrees, and the lake sits roughly 8 feet below pool, so watch those shallow humps and points if you’re running a big rig. According to Captain Lynn Atkinson at Reel Um N Guide Service, the lake continues to drop slowly, making for shifting hazards and some sneaky, productive structure...

Hey y'all, it's Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn as of October 17, 2025. The water level is about 7.85 feet low, and the temperature is in the low 80s, making for some excellent bass fishing. Keith Combs, a bass pro, says the fishing has been great lately.

Best times to fish are during the major periods: around 7:44 AM to 9:44 AM and 8:09 PM to 10:09 PM. Use lures like crankbaits or spinnerbaits for bass, and don't forget to try some soft plastics in the shallows. Hot spots include the lake's numerous submerged structures and vegetation lines.
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Artificial Lure here with your October 15th Sam Rayburn fishing roundup. Right now, we’re seeing classic fall conditions—cool mornings, warm afternoons, and fast-moving weather fronts that’ve got the big bass on fire in the creeks. Sunrise is at 6:47 AM and sunset at 6:19 PM, giving anglers nearly 11 and a half hours to chase bites. The moon’s a waxing crescent at about 10%, adding a bit of solunar boost to morning and afternoon periods. The day rating for bite activity is average to better, with hot action at first light and again just ahead of sunset.

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Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, October 12th.

What a beautiful fall morning we've got out here on Big Sam! Sunrise hit us around 7:30 this morning, and we're looking at sunset coming in near 7 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to work those prime feeding windows.

The moon's in a waning gibbous phase at about 74% visibility, and according to FishingReminder, we've got some excellent bite times ahead. Your major feeding periods are running from about 3:58 to 5:58 this morning - which just wrapped up...

Lake Sam Rayburn’s come alive this October morning. Right now, we’re looking at one of the best times of year for numbers, size, and true East Texas bass action. Weather’s classic autumn: cool temps with a little patchy morning mist, calm conditions, and a day that’ll top out in the mid-70s. Sunrise hit at 6:50 a.m., and we’ll have daylight till around 7:44 p.m. The full moon’s up and visibility’s 100%, making for prime low-light bites early and again this evening.

FishingReminder’s report puts the major bite windows from about 12:06 p.m. to 2:06 p.m...

Howdy, y’all! This is Artificial Lure bringin’ you the real down-low on Lake Sam Rayburn, October 10, 2025.

**Current Conditions**
Water’s sittin’ at a solid 80 degrees, stained but not muddy, and the lake’s runnin’ about 7.8 feet below pool, which means a little extra work findin’ the humps—so watch your depthfinder. Reel Um N Guide Service says the drop’s creatin’ new structure, and if you’re not careful, you could be kissin’ a stump. The weather’s holdin’ steady with some cool mornings, touchin’ down in the 60s, and climbin’ to the low 80s by afternoon. Keep an eye on the cl...

Morning folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your October 8th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding East Texas waters. Fall’s bite is heating up as the nights cool down, and that’s got fish and anglers alike waking up hungry.

Let’s get you started with today’s conditions: Sunrise is at 6:50 AM, sunset at 7:44 PM. We’re sitting fresh off a full moon, meaning night feeders have been active and early birds will catch ‘em moving. The water temps are sliding down, hovering in the upper 70s, and that’s putting baitfi...

Good morning, anglers. This is Artificial Lure, checking in with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, October 5th, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 6:50 a.m. and you can expect daylight on the water ’til about 7:44 p.m. We’re coming right off a brilliant full moon last night, which means fish are feeding heavy but maybe more at dusk and after dark. Major bite times today are forecast for 12:06 p.m. to 2:06 p.m. and again from 11:38 p.m. to 1:38 a.m. The minor windows are early—5:31 to 7:31 a.m.—and around twilight, 6:42 to 8:42 p.m. If you’re on the...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, October 3rd. As we roll into early October, the lake’s at 7.5 feet below pool and holding a water temp just about 80 to 90 degrees. The water’s stained, and the level’s still dropping slow, so keep an eye out for new humps and shallow flats—boaters, navigate with caution.

Sunrise hit at 7:31 this morning and we’re looking at sunset around 7:21 this evening. Tides don’t have much sway inland here, but keep those moon phases in mind—a waxing gibbous overhead with prime fishing windows mid-mo...

Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn—this is Artificial Lure, your go-to for boots-on-the-deck fishing news across Deep East Texas.

Sun’s just cracked the horizon at 6:50 AM, and we’ve got a full moon helping light things up—moonset was earlier at 6:31 AM, and she’ll pop back up over the trees this evening at 7:42 PM. Sunset’s at 7:44 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to chase your next PB. According to FishingReminder, today’s best bite windows line up around 5:31–7:31 AM, as well as a hot major stretch coming 12:06–2:06 PM, and again 6:42–8:42 PM. Hit ‘em during these times, a...

Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, September 28th, 2025 fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, deep in the heart of East Texas. Weather’s already heating up, with today’s high expected to reach the low 90s. Humidity’s running high, and the south wind is coming in at 5 to 10 mph, which should keep things comfortable but might add a little chop to open water. Sunrise came at 7:10 AM and sunset will hit at 7:12 PM – so you’ve got a solid 12 hours of daylight to chase those bites.

Sam Rayburn is about a foot below pool right now, though water clar...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, September 27, 2025.

Sun popped up at 7:13 AM, and we'll see it drop behind the pines at 7:39 PM, giving us a solid 12 hours and 26 minutes on the water. Weather's classic early Texas fall: mostly clear skies, a light breeze, and highs touching just under 87 degrees. The humidity's manageable, and the lake's holding around 82–85 degrees, near normal pool. No tidal swings here, but solunar activity shows a waxing crescent moon, peaking fish activity between 2:02–4:02 AM and again this afternoon from 2:30–4:30 PM. Those minor times at sunrise and about 10 PM mig...

Artificial Lure coming at you with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, September 26, 2025. We're only a little past sunrise here—sun’s up at 7:10 this morning and will drop below the trees tonight around 7:15, so there’s a near-perfect 12 hours of daylight to get your lines wet.

We’ve had another muggy week on the lake. Conditions this morning are shaping up humid and warm; water temperature’s hovering around 80 to 90 degrees. The water level continues to fall and is now about 7.35 feet below pool. That means there's a bunch of hidden humps and new shallow spots popp...

Artificial Lure here, reporting from Lake Sam Rayburn on this crisp Wednesday morning, September 24, 2025. Air’s a little heavier with the promise of fall, and folks around the marina are buzzing about a pretty solid week of fishing.

Weather kicked off cool and clear today, just a hair under 60 at dawn. We’re expecting it to climb up into the upper 70s by this afternoon, winds light out of the northeast, and plenty of sunshine for the late bite. Sunrise hit at 6:51 AM, and we’ll see it dip out at 6:29 PM, so there’s a good stretch for all...

Howdy y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, September 20, 2025. Here’s what’s biting and where you need to toss your line today.

Let’s get started with the **weather**—it’s gonna be a classic late September East Texas day. Expect a muggy morning giving way to a high around 90 to 92 degrees, light south wind, and a good bit of humidity. Water temps are hanging around 85 degrees, and the lake is sitting just about a foot below pool, with normal stain. No active weather warnings, so it should be a smooth day o...

Lake Sam Rayburn is sitting 7 feet below pool and the water’s stained up after a week of scattered storms, keeping it right around 80 degrees this morning, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife and local guides. Debris and hyacinth have drifted out from the creeks, so watch your props — it’s a jungle in spots. The lake’s still turning over and with the slow bite from recent water releases, fish are ghosting the shallows by midmorning. We’ve got sunrise at 7:04 a.m. and sunset coming up at 7:15 p.m., with daytime highs in the mid-80s and light winds unde...

Artificial Lure here, bringing your up-to-the-minute Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, September 17, 2025, direct from the Texas piney woods. The sun cracked the horizon at 7:39 AM this morning, with sunset set for 7:53 PM, giving anglers a solid 12 hours and 14 minutes of daylight to make the most of it. The moon’s in a waning crescent phase—about 38%—rising at 3:49 AM and setting at 1:45 PM. Peak fish activity lines up with the major solunar bite window from 8:46 to 10:46 AM, and again from 9:14 to 11:14 PM, so don’t miss those power hours if you want to tangle with the big ones.
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Lake Sam Rayburn has been living up to its legendary reputation here in mid-September 2025. The weather’s been classic late-summer East Texas: high around 87°F this afternoon, with sun and some patchy clouds making for great fishing conditions. A steady south breeze has helped keep things comfortable. Sunrise was officially 6:58 AM, and sunset’s right at 7:23 PM, so you get almost 12 and a half hours of solid daylight to work your spots.

We’re working with a waning crescent moon and limited tidal influence on the lake, but that actually played in the angler’s favor today. With the barom...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Saturday morning fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, September 13, 2025. If you’re headed out today, you’re in luck—fall has officially taken hold, and the bite’s heating up all around the lake. Folks around here know that when the weather starts to turn, the fish wake right up, and we’re seeing classic autumn patterns all across the board. Sunrise was at 6:52 AM, with sunset coming at 7:21 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to work those favorite spots.

Weather’s been just about perfect for a September morning—calm winds out o...

This is Artificial Lure reporting from the heart of East Texas, bringing you the latest from Sam Rayburn Reservoir and the surrounding Angelina hills on Friday, September 12, 2025.

Anglers woke to a cool September dawn with sunrise at roughly 7:05 a.m., skies partly cloudy—perfect conditions to wet a line early. Today expect highs in the upper 80s, humidity steady, and a gentle southern breeze keeping things comfortable on the water according to local forecasts. A hint of drizzle swept the area overnight, but visibility and boat traffic are prime. Moon phase is waning, giving us average solunar activity fo...

Hey Sam Rayburn anglers, Artificial Lure here with your September 10th fishing report straight from the pines and heavy cover of East Texas’s most legendary reservoir. Sunrise rolled in this morning at 7:04, and you can expect sunset tonight at 7:35, so there’s a solid 12 and a half hours of daylight to work those coves and channels. The weather’s fair, sitting in the low 80s at first light and creeping toward the mid-90s by late afternoon, with light southeast winds making for mellow boat rides and good casting conditions.

Solunar forecasts are looking promising today: the major...

Good morning, y’all — Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for September 7, 2025. Feels like we’re in the dog days, but there’s still plenty of action out on the water if you know where to look.

Let’s kick it off with the **weather**: sunrise today was right around 7:00 AM, and sunset’s coming at about 7:40 PM. We’re still seeing those late-summer temps holding steady, with air expected in the upper 80s and the water warm at about 90 degrees. The lake’s running low, sitting just over seven feet down, and the water’s got that...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, September 6, 2025, coming at you live from the heart of the East Texas pineywoods. If you’re wetting a line today, sunrise rolled in around 7:04 AM and you’ve got daylight until almost 7:36 PM, giving you plenty of fishing hours to chase that East Texas lunker. Temperature’s starting out humid, creeping up near 90 by afternoon, with water temps hovering around 80 degrees and a fair bit of stain to the water—nothing unexpected for late summer in these parts.

The lake is sitting about seven feet below pool, so...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your September 5, 2025, Sam Rayburn fishing report straight from the East Texas pineywoods.

Lake Sam Rayburn woke up to a cool, slightly breezy morning, with air temps resting in the low 70s at sunrise. The sun broke the horizon around 6:52 a.m. and you can expect it to set at 7:37 p.m. Conditions looked right with a light southwesterly wind, scattered clouds, and a mild drop in humidity. Water levels remain a little below summer pool, thanks in part to recent droughts, which means creek channels and old roadbeds are showing themselves, especially around...

Artificial Lure checking in with your September 3rd fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, right heart of East Texas. Local anglers have been working through a good weather stretch this week—skies mostly sunny, light wind out of the north early, temps climbing into the upper 80s by mid-afternoon, and humidity hovering around the low 60s. Sunrise hit at 6:55 AM, sunset wraps up around 7:44 PM tonight. Conditions are ideal for a late-summer bite.

There’s no tidal influence, but with the moon in the waning crescent phase and a day rating of “best” according to regional solunar tables, fish act...

Lake Sam Rayburn is waking up under muggy, partly cloudy skies this Sunday morning. The sun peeked over the pines at 6:54 AM and you can expect it to dip out around 7:45 tonight. Weather’s typical late-August—humid, upper 80s by afternoon, and just a whisper of a southern breeze, so the lake’ll be glassy till storm chances roll in late. No tidal pull to worry about out here, but the solunar tables are on our side: peak fish activity is set for two good windows, 7:15–9:15 AM and again 7:41–9:41 PM, with minor flurries around mid-morning and after dark, thanks to a skinny w...

Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, August 30th Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report, bringing you everything you need to hit the water prepared and with that added edge locals love.

We’re rolling into the end of August and the lake’s still running near six and a half feet low—recent drone footage over Caney Creek reports the lake at 157.5 feet, so use caution around shallow timber and flats, and keep an eye out for exposed obstacles.

As for today’s weather, the forecast calls for a classic late summer sizzler: sunny skies, high near 98, humidity...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Friday, August 29, 2025, Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report. Today’s a balmy late-summer morning on the lake, and if you’re itching to wet a line, conditions are shaping up for solid action.

Sunrise slid over the water at 7:12 AM, and you’ve got clear skies and a light breeze keeping things pleasant. Expect a high near the mid-80s by lunch, with humidity just tickling the uncomfortable line. Sunset will wrap up the day at 7:45 PM, so there’s plenty of light for an evening bite. According to Solunar Forecast, the moon...

Good morning, y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your August 27th, 2025, Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report, straight from the heart of East Texas.

We’re rolling into late August and the big lake’s feeling the summer’s tail. At 7:07 AM the sun’s just got up, and it'll set at 7:39 PM tonight, giving us a solid 12 and a half hours of daylight to wet a line. The weather’s starting warm, low 80s out the gate and topping out around 97—with the usual humidity that’ll have your brow dripping by midmorning. Light southeast breeze means just enough ripp...

Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn, folks—Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for Sunday, August 24, 2025.

Sun rose at 7:04 AM today and will drop behind the pines at 7:35 PM, giving you over 12 and a half hours to wet a line. The morning’s starting off warm, with a sticky August air and that mist just starting to burn off the main lake by 8 AM. If you’re headed out now, plan for a hot afternoon and keep the sunscreen—and water—handy.

Fishing activity’s been strong this weekend. Saturday saw a steady parade of bass boats o...

Artificial Lure reporting for August 23, 2025, here on Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas—the east-side jewel that always keeps us fishing folks coming back for more, no matter how sticky the summer gets.

**Sunrise was at 6:48 a.m. and sunset hits around 7:58 p.m.** No tides to report—Rayburn’s a reservoir, not a tidal lake, but the solunar tables are showing high activity today, and that’s matching up with what I’m seeing dockside and in the reports. Temps are forecast to soar into the mid-90s, with a high of 96 and a light south breeze making it just beara...

Lake Sam Rayburn’s Friday dawn brought stained water with levels running a good six feet below pool and temps sitting close to 87 degrees. Last night’s sunrise was at 6:48 AM, with sunset due later at 8:05 PM. Winds out of the south at 8-12 mph and muggy, clear skies signal another scorcher, but the fishing scene’s cooling off, with slow action reported for most lines in the water. Water releases continue after recent rains, so the bite’s been tricky and structure’s changing daily.

Bass are pushing away from what shallow cover’s left, hunkering down on deeper po...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, August 20th, 2025. Y’all, we’re right in the thick of late summer in East Texas. As the sun broke over the pine trees at 7:11 this morning, the lake welcomed anglers with a stained water surface and temps right about 83 degrees. Lake levels are still running low, about 6.35 feet below normal pool, so watch those stumps and humps running the creek channels.

Weather’s classic August—already humid and headed for a high near 98 today with a light south breeze. Not much of a chance of rain...

Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your August 17th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding East Texas waters.

First light hit at 6:57 AM and we’re looking at a day with sunrise right about then and sunset coming in at 7:45 PM, giving us nearly 13 hours to chase those bass. Weather today is classic August in Deep East Texas: already sticky at dawn, expecting temps in the lower 90s by late afternoon, but nothing a little chop on the lake can’t fix. Winds are running light out of the southeast, about 5 to 10, which mean...

Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn—Artificial Lure here with your local fishing report for Saturday, August 16, 2025.

Sunrise broke at 7:11 AM and we'll see a sunset about 7:45 this evening, giving us over 12 and a half hours on the water. Expect August sizzle: the air is thick and the lake’s water temperature is running in the low 90s. Water level is a bit down—sitting at 6.41 feet low—but the clarity is holding up, so you’re not fighting mud soup, just some skinny banks.

Weather’s classic east Texas summer. We’re starting out with a mild morning...

Artificial Lure reporting from the lunker capital—Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas—this Friday, August 15th. Sunrise slapped the water at 6:41 AM, sunset will be about 8:07 PM, so you got plenty of daylight to wet a line. The weather’s sticky and typical for August: temps running in the low 90s by midday, humidity high, but the mornings have been cool enough to make those first casts a little more comfortable. No meaningful tides here, but the water level is 6.57 feet below pool—stumps are showing, shorelines have grown, and water is stained from all that freshwater pumping in after recent rains. B...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

It’s a muggy August morning on Rayburn and water levels are running fairly low—so much so that, as of yesterday, access at the Cassels Boykin ramp is limited, with two ramps blocked off according to local updates. Keep this in mind and check before you tow, especially since other smaller ramps might get busy as folks adjust. Despite the low water, the main lake is boatable, but stick to main channels and marked paths to avoid getting into trouble.

Sunrise rolled in a...

Good morning, folks, this is Artificial Lure bringin’ you today’s fishing report from Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, for Sunday, August 10, 2025.

The sun came up right at 6:40 AM and you’ll have daylight until 7:49 PM, with over 13 hours to wet a line. The weather today is starting mild and muggy, typical for southeast Texas in August—expect that humidity to hang heavy through mid-morning, with highs pressing into the upper 90s by afternoon. Light southwest winds this morning will pick up just a touch later, and we’re looking at a mostly sunny day: perfect Sam Rayburn summer conditions...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, August 9, 2025. We’re just coming off a busy week, and the lake’s holding steady at about 86 degrees, water a bit stained, and sitting roughly 3.66 feet below pool according to Captain Lynn Atkinson with Reel Um N Guide Service. A steady bit of freshwater’s been flowing in, so you may notice slightly shifting conditions, but generally, mid-summer patterns are firmly in place.

Today’s weather will be real typical for Sam Rayburn this time of year: mostly sunny and hot, with highs in the mid- to upper...

Morning folks, Artificial Lure here with your up-to-the-minute Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for August 8, 2025. Get your coffee ready and let’s dive in.

The sun rose today just before 6:40 a.m., painting a warm start to another classic East Texas morning. Daytime highs are sliding into the 90s, with humidity hanging on thick—so keep that sunscreen handy. Winds are calm, and there’s a touch of haze, but it’s mostly clear skies as the sun climbs. Sunset will come around 8:10 p.m. For you tidal watchers, Rayburn doesn’t have true tides, but with all this rain...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Out on the Big Sam today, it’s classic East Texas summer: air heavy and water stained, with the lake running 86 degrees and just over three and a half feet low. If you’re planning your trip, sunrise was right at 6:42 AM and sunset settles out about 8:08 PM, giving you a long window to chase your limit.

Storms are stacking up west of us and local anglers know an approaching front can really turn the bite on—this afternoon, humidity’s thick and winds are clocking...

Evening, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for July 7, 2025.

Summer heat’s settled in on Big Sam, but don’t let it fool you—the lake’s delivering strong, classic East Texas action. Today’s sunrise hit at 6:18 AM, and sunset’s tucking in at 8:26 PM. We’re in that thick, muggy July pattern: air temps in the upper 80s by midday, topping 94, with a scattered breeze and mostly sunny skies. Water temps are running between 83 and 86 degrees. Afternoon pop-up storms are possible, so watch the radar if you’re pushing into the evening.
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Welcome back, folks—Artificial Lure here with your on-the-water scoop for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, on this hot July 6th, 2025. If you’re looking to put a bend in your rod, Sam Rayburn’s serving up classic East Texas summer conditions: stained water, riding about half a foot high, and surface temps settled around 86 degrees. Largemouth bass are active—just not stacked up in one spot—but folks willing to grind are coming up with decent numbers on soft plastics, crankbaits, and Carolina rigs. The bite’s fair, not on fire, but certainly worth your time according to Lone Star Outdoor News...

Good morning, anglers—this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, June 22, 2025.

The lake’s summer bite is firing on all cylinders right now. Water temps are sitting right at 86 degrees with the level just a shade above pool, giving us a stained but not muddy situation. Today, the weather is classic East Texas summer: hot, humid, with scattered clouds and a light southeast breeze. We’re looking at sunrise around 6:17 a.m. and sunset about 8:26 p.m. These longer days mean you’ve got plenty of time to put a bend in your rod...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Big Sam’s sitting about half a foot above pool, water temp hovering around 86 degrees, and visibility is classic early summer stained. We kicked off with a sunrise at 6:13 AM, and you can fish right on through to sunset at 8:26 PM. Weather’s textbook East Texas June—humid, plenty of sun, and highs pushing right up into the upper 80s. The Corps has been steadily releasing water, helping pile up fish along those prime ledges and creek channel swings, so pay attention to current breaks...

This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding Angelina National Forest waters on Saturday, June 21st, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 6:13 a.m. and you’ll have until sunset at 8:22 p.m. to get your lines wet. The lake is holding just under half a foot above pool, and water temps are running in the mid-80s after a week of steamy Texas sunshine and some passing early-summer storms. The water’s stained but clarity is decent. You’ll feel a light southeast breeze and, with the Corps still releasing a bit of wat...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, June 20th, 2025. Here’s the scoop from the water this morning.

We’re deep into the summer pattern on Big Sam, and the lake’s looking prime. Water temps are sitting at a warm 86 degrees, and the lake’s running about half a foot above pool. Water clarity is good, especially up by the main lake, and the level is holding steady thanks to recent releases, so the bite is steady for those getting out early or staying late. Today’s sunrise was at 6:13 a.m., and yo...

This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for June 18, 2025.

Big Sam is fishing strong right now as we settle into early summer. The lake is sitting a hair above pool, holding steady at about 80 degrees, and the water’s got a stained look thanks to recent rain and water releases from the dam. Sunrise is 6:13 a.m., sunset just past 8:22 p.m., giving you a solid window to chase 'em down. Today, expect muggy Texas sunshine with highs in the upper 80s, a light southeast breeze, and the chance of a shower in th...