Fishing conditions for Elephant Butte Lake
07:04
18:51
Biting score
The best time for fishing is morning, afternoon and evening
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Now, October 4
3:59 AM
humidity
61%uv index
0lowcloud cover
8%visibility
24kmmoon rise
23:27AMmoon
new moon
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Elephant Butte Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Elephant Butte Lake, United States, according to the solunar forecast, is low, which leads to a weak bite score.
Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Friday (2 PM peak), Today (8 AM peak) and Tomorrow (11 AM peak) — making these the best times to go fishing in Elephant Butte Lake.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 63°F (17°C). Sunrise today: 07:04 AM, sunset: 06:51 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is clear.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low).
The wind is coming from the north at 6.5 mph (2.9 m/s), with gusts reaching 9.7 mph (4.35 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.12 inHg (765 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently new moon, with moonrise at 11:27 PM and moonset at 2:37 PM.
About this spot
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Elephant Butte Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Elephant Butte Lake, United States, according to the solunar forecast, is low, which leads to a weak bite score.
Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Friday (2 PM peak), Today (8 AM peak) and Tomorrow (11 AM peak) — making these the best times to go fishing in Elephant Butte Lake.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 63°F (17°C). Sunrise today: 07:04 AM, sunset: 06:51 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is clear.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low).
The wind is coming from the north at 6.5 mph (2.9 m/s), with gusts reaching 9.7 mph (4.35 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.12 inHg (765 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently new moon, with moonrise at 11:27 PM and moonset at 2:37 PM.
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About this spot
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WAWindy AI 08 July 2026Elephant Butte Lake is a 36,000-acre reservoir on the Rio Grande in Sierra County, New Mexico, the largest lake in the state, set amid dramatic volcanic rocks and desert terrain. It is one of the premier fishing destinations in the Southwest, supporting excellent largemouth bass, striped bass, white bass, and walleye fishing in a spectacular arid landscape that draws anglers from across New Mexico and beyond. Spot Features: Elephant Butte Lake is a 36,000-acre reservoir on the Rio Grande in Sierra County, New Mexico, the largest reservoir in the state, featuring dramatic volcanic rock formations, clear water, and desert surroundings. Largemouth bass in the coves and vegetated areas, striped bass by trolling in open water or locating schooling fish, white bass with small spinners during the spring run, walleye with jig-and-minnow rigs. Multiple marinas and USACE boat ramps provide excellent access. Seasonality: Largemouth bass are the primary year-round sport fish at Elephant Butte Lake, with peak activity in spring during the spawning period and in fall. Striped bass school in open water through summer and fall with the best action in cooler months. White bass make a spring spawning run. Walleye fishing peaks in spring and fall.
