Fishing conditions for Lake Charles (US, IL)

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08:16

17:21

Biting score

100%

The best time for fishing is all day long

-5° FEELS LIKE-8°

3.2 m/s GUSTS4.8 m/s

101.7 kPa RISING PRESSURE

51%

0low

89%

24km

08:20AM

Waxing gibbous

Lake Charles (US, IL) Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

Current fishing activity in Lake Charles (US, IL), United States, according to the solunar forecast, is high, which leads to a good bite score.

Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Today (2 PM peak), Tomorrow (11 AM peak), and Sunday (2 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Lake Charles (US, IL).
Air conditions

The air temperature is 23°F (-5°C) . Sunrise today: 08:16 AM, sunset: 05:21 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is mostly cloudy.

The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

The wind is coming from the north at 7.2 mph (3.2 m/s), with gusts reaching 10.7 mph (4.8 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.03 inHg (763 mmHg).
Moon Phases

The moon phase is currently Waxing gibbous, with moonrise at 8:20 AM and moonset at 4:43 PM.

About this spot

1 / 10

Experience

Amenities such as boat ramps, parking, and piers enhance accessibility. The spot supports a variety of species like Northern Pike, Crappie, and Smallmouth Bass, making it versatile for different fishing experiences. However, its shallow depth of around 10 ft may lead to fish freezing in winter, impacting fish growth and size.
Tips

Fly fishing techniques can be effective in this environment. The shallow nature of the lake and cold winters may limit fish growth, thus influencing angler expectations. For targeting Northern Pike, using a white jig near the 2 ft bottom zones has proven successful.
Fishing seasons

The fishing spot experiences a temperature range spanning from 3°F in January nights to 71°F during July days, with late spring to early fall being ideal for fishing. Although there is slightly higher rainfall in May and June, precipitation remains relatively low. Wind speeds range from 8 to 13 mph, with gusts not exceeding 40 mph often.

Lake Charles (US, IL) Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

Current fishing activity in Lake Charles (US, IL), United States, according to the solunar forecast, is high, which leads to a good bite score.

Over the next 6 days, the highest fish activity is expected on Today (2 PM peak), Tomorrow (11 AM peak), and Sunday (2 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Lake Charles (US, IL).
Air conditions

The air temperature is 23°F (-5°C) . Sunrise today: 08:16 AM, sunset: 05:21 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is mostly cloudy.

The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

The wind is coming from the north at 7.2 mph (3.2 m/s), with gusts reaching 10.7 mph (4.8 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.03 inHg (763 mmHg).
Moon Phases

The moon phase is currently Waxing gibbous, with moonrise at 8:20 AM and moonset at 4:43 PM.