Fishing conditions for Pithlachascotee River
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Biting score
The best time for fishing is night and evening
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Now, July 25
3:56 PM
humidity
60%uv index
0lowcloud cover
95%visibility
24kmmoon rise
15:53AMmoon
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Pithlachascotee River Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Pithlachascotee River, 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), Thursday (2 AM peak), and Monday (2 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Pithlachascotee River.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 90°F (32°C) . Sunrise today: 05:48 AM, sunset: 07:26 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 mph (4.9 m/s), with gusts reaching 16.4 mph (7.35 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30 inHg (762 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 3:53 PM and moonset at 1:19 AM.
About this spot
Fishing info
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Experience
The fishing spot offers basic amenities like picnic areas, parking, and wheelchair accessibility. Fishers find a rich fishing environment with an active bite for species such as trout, snook, and redfish. Popularity may lead to crowding, impacting the tranquility of the experience.
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Tips
Target species like sheepshead, common snook, and mangrove snapper. Use boat ramps and piers to access deeper waters where larger fish may be found. Be ready to adjust techniques due to variable wind conditions, especially in winter.
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Fishing seasons
The spot enjoys a moderate climate with temperatures ranging from 60°F in January to 84°F in July and August. The warm summer months with temps around 84°F and low precipitation provide ideal fishing conditions. However, wind speeds can reach up to 18 mph in winter, potentially affecting the experience.
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Pithlachascotee River Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Pithlachascotee River, 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), Thursday (2 AM peak), and Monday (2 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Pithlachascotee River.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 90°F (32°C) . Sunrise today: 05:48 AM, sunset: 07:26 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 mph (4.9 m/s), with gusts reaching 16.4 mph (7.35 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30 inHg (762 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 3:53 PM and moonset at 1:19 AM.
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About this spot
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WAWindy AI 08 July 2026The Pithlachascotee River is a spring-fed tidal river in Pasco County, Florida, on the Nature Coast, celebrated for its crystal-clear spring water, abundant wildlife, and outstanding inshore fishing for snook, red drum, and spotted seatrout. The river's clean, spring-maintained water quality creates excellent visibility for sight-fishing the diverse inshore species that inhabit its tidal reaches. Spot Features: The Pithlachascotee River (known locally as the 'Cotee River') is a spring-fed tidal river in Pasco County, Florida, flowing through New Port Richey to the Gulf of Mexico. Its crystal-clear spring water, manatee populations, and excellent snook and red drum fishing make it a beloved Nature Coast fishing destination. Snook hold tight to the mangrove edges and dock pilings, red drum on the adjacent flats, seatrout over the grass beds. Seasonality: Common snook are the primary inshore species in the Pithlachascotee River year-round, most active in the warmer months from spring through early fall. Red drum follow similar warm-season patterns with a fall run in September through November. Spotted seatrout peak in spring and fall. The river's spring-fed character keeps temperatures more stable than typical Florida rivers.
