• Promising Fishing Forecast off North Carolina's Atlantic Coast

  • Jan 2 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Promising Fishing Forecast off North Carolina's Atlantic Coast

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  • Today, January 2, 2025, the fishing conditions in the Atlantic Ocean off North Carolina are looking promising, especially for those familiar with the local waters.

    First, let's look at the tides. According to the tide forecast, we have a high tide at 8:43 AM with a height of 4.46 feet, followed by a low tide at 3:15 PM with a height of -0.24 feet, and then another high tide at 9:03 PM with a height of 3.18 feet[2].

    The weather is relatively calm, with mild temperatures and light winds, which is ideal for casting lighter lures. However, if you're targeting bigger stripers, an onshore wind, even if light, can bring fish closer to the shore[4].

    Sunrise is at 7:14 AM, and sunset is at 5:07 PM, providing ample daylight for both morning and afternoon fishing sessions.

    Yesterday's fishing activity was decent, with several anglers reporting catches of striped bass, bluefish, and a few spotted seatrout. The best catches were during the early morning and late evening hours when the fish were most active.

    For lures, you can't go wrong with the classics. Paddletail soft plastic lures, gold spoons, and shrimp lures are always effective in these waters. If you're targeting stripers, consider using loud and noisy lures like poppers or Hogy Dog Walkers, especially during lighter wind conditions. For subsurface fishing, weighted softbaits and metal jigs are excellent choices[3][4].

    As for bait, live or artificial shrimp and mullet imitations are highly recommended. The fish are particularly attracted to these baits during the cooler months.

    Hot spots for today include the areas around Atlantic Beach and Morehead City. The structure around the artificial reefs, such as AR-305 off Cape Lookout, can be particularly productive for a variety of species[1].

    In summary, with the right tides, calm weather, and the right lures and bait, today should be a great day for fishing in the Atlantic Ocean off North Carolina. Make sure to adjust your lure weights according to the wind and tide conditions, and don't hesitate to switch between surface and subsurface lures to maximize your chances of a good catch.
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