Fishing conditions for Lake Charles (US, IL)
Biting score
The best time for fishing is all day long
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Now, December 19
10:57 PM
humidity
46%uv index
0lowcloud cover
100%visibility
14kmmoon rise
08:20AMmoon
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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).
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 25°F (-4°C) . Sunrise today: 08:16 AM, sunset: 05:21 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is overcast.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .
The wind is coming from the north at 11.6 mph (5.2 m/s), with gusts reaching 17.4 mph (7.8 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.94 inHg (761 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently Waxing gibbous, with moonrise at 8:20 AM and moonset at 4:43 PM.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 25°F (-4°C) . Sunrise today: 08:16 AM, sunset: 05:21 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is overcast.
The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .
The wind is coming from the north at 11.6 mph (5.2 m/s), with gusts reaching 17.4 mph (7.8 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.94 inHg (761 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently Waxing gibbous, with moonrise at 8:20 AM and moonset at 4:43 PM.
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