Fishing conditions for Van Etten Lake

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08:00

16:53

Biting score

92%

The best time for fishing is all day long

-7° FEELS LIKE-10°

3.7 m/s GUSTS5.55 m/s

101.8 kPa RISING PRESSURE

92%

0low

100%

0km

23:36AM

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Van Etten Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

Current fishing activity in Van Etten Lake, 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 Today (8 AM peak), Tuesday (11 AM peak), and Tomorrow (8 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Van Etten Lake.
Air conditions

The air temperature is 19°F (-7°C) . Sunrise today: 08:00 AM, sunset: 04:53 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is overcast.

The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

The wind is coming from the north at 8.3 mph (3.7 m/s), with gusts reaching 12.4 mph (5.55 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.06 inHg (764 mmHg).
Moon Phases

The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 11:36 PM and moonset at 12:43 PM.

About this spot

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Experience

The spot provides a satisfactory fishing experience with a variety of fish species like walleye, bass, perch, and northern pike. While features like boat ramps and picnic areas offer standard amenities, family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible options enhance visitor comfort. Despite concerns over PFAS in some fish and inconsistent sizes, the fishing experience includes healthy and diverse fish populations, though catch expectations might vary.
Tips

Fishing in depths of around 6 feet near rock piles can yield diverse catches. Optimal fishing times are during sunrise or sunset, promising successful results. Ice fishing in winter is recommended for pike and perch. Anglers should practice catch-and-release carefully to avoid PFAS exposure, and be prepared for unexpected weather changes, such as rain, that could impact plans.
Fishing seasons

The fishing spot experiences a generally consistent wind pattern year-round with typical speeds of 4-12 m/s. During warmer months from June to September, conditions are comfortable with temperatures averaging above 75 °F and low rainfall of less than 0.02 inches monthly, making it ideal for fishing. However, colder temperatures dropping below freezing in winter months (December to February) and significantly higher winds are more common in early spring (March) and late fall (November), which can affect fishing comfort.

Van Etten Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

Current fishing activity in Van Etten Lake, 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 Today (8 AM peak), Tuesday (11 AM peak), and Tomorrow (8 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Van Etten Lake.
Air conditions

The air temperature is 19°F (-7°C) . Sunrise today: 08:00 AM, sunset: 04:53 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is overcast.

The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

The wind is coming from the north at 8.3 mph (3.7 m/s), with gusts reaching 12.4 mph (5.55 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 30.06 inHg (764 mmHg).
Moon Phases

The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 11:36 PM and moonset at 12:43 PM.