Fishing conditions for Midge Lake (CA)
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Biting score
The best time for fishing is all day long
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Now, July 24
7:32 AM
humidity
26%uv index
0lowcloud cover
0%visibility
24kmmoon rise
15:55AMmoon
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Midge Lake (CA) Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Midge Lake (CA), United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.
Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Wednesday (2 AM peak), Today (11 PM peak), and Tuesday (8 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Midge Lake (CA).
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 66°F (19°C) . Sunrise today: 05:53 AM, sunset: 08:12 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is clear.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .
The wind is coming from the north at 2.5 mph (1.1 m/s), with gusts reaching 3.7 mph (1.65 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.06 inHg (764 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 3:55 PM and moonset at 12:44 AM.
About this spot
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Midge Lake (CA) Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Midge Lake (CA), United States, according to the solunar forecast, is moderate, which leads to a medium bite score.
Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Wednesday (2 AM peak), Today (11 PM peak), and Tuesday (8 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Midge Lake (CA).
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 66°F (19°C) . Sunrise today: 05:53 AM, sunset: 08:12 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is clear.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .
The wind is coming from the north at 2.5 mph (1.1 m/s), with gusts reaching 3.7 mph (1.65 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.06 inHg (764 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 3:55 PM and moonset at 12:44 AM.
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About this spot
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WAWindy AI 08 July 2026Midge Lake is a remote alpine lake in California's High Sierra, part of the rare golden trout habitat zone in the headwaters of the southern Sierra Nevada. The combination of rainbow trout, brook trout, and the iconic California golden trout makes lakes like Midge a special destination for Sierra Nevada backcountry anglers. Spot Features: Midge Lake is a remote high-altitude backcountry lake in the California Sierra Nevada, accessible by trail through wilderness, featuring the cold, clear water and granite basin typical of the High Sierra. Golden trout, California's native state fish, may be present in these high-elevation waters. Small flies and spinners are most effective, check CDFW and wilderness regulations before visiting. Seasonality: Rainbow trout, brook trout, and golden trout are active from ice-out in July through September at Midge Lake in the California High Sierra. The brief alpine summer is the only fishing window, the lake is frozen and inaccessible from October through June or July.
