Fishing conditions for Van Cortlandt Lake

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16:29

Biting score

100%

The best time for fishing is all day long

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Now, December 19
5:54 AM

11° FEELS LIKE7°

7.7 m/s GUSTS11.55 m/s

100.6 kPa FALLING PRESSURE

humidity

93%

uv index

0low

cloud cover

35%

visibility

24km

moon rise

06:17AM

moon

New

Van Cortlandt Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

Current fishing activity in Van Cortlandt Lake, 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 (2 PM peak), and Wednesday (5 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Van Cortlandt Lake.
Air conditions

The air temperature is 52°F (11°C) . Sunrise today: 07:14 AM, sunset: 04:29 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is partly cloudy.

The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

The wind is coming from the north at 17.2 mph (7.7 m/s), with gusts reaching 25.8 mph (11.55 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.71 inHg (755 mmHg).
Moon Phases

The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 6:17 AM and moonset at 3:03 PM.

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Experience

The spot hosts various fish species such as largemouth bass and bluegill, supported by available fishing infrastructure including parking, trails, and picnic areas, making it family-friendly. The environment is peaceful and includes wheelchair accessibility, enhancing leisure fishing activities for all. However, reports indicate a decline in fish population, with some species harder to find, and portions of the bank are currently closed, limiting fishing areas. Algae issues and lack of restocking negatively affect the quality of fishing.
Tips

Exploring various fishing techniques such as bank and fly fishing could be beneficial at this location. Utilizing canoes can help access areas affected less by algae and with better fish activity. Catch and release practices are encouraged to help sustain the fish population. Fishermen should be prepared for potential algae interference and consider using specialized lures or techniques to avoid line tangling.
Fishing seasons

The fishing conditions at this spot during spring and fall are generally comfortable due to moderate temperatures. Summer offers consistently warm temperatures which enhance fish activity, supported further by manageable wind speeds throughout the year, rarely exceeding 12 m/s. However, the presence of construction around the lake may limit access during some seasons. Although low precipitation rates in the spring and summer of 2023 are likely to be favorable, increased precipitation in the late summer and fall of 2023 could potentially impact water conditions. Additionally, the lake suffers from algae blooms in the summer, which may impede fishing activities.

Van Cortlandt Lake Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today

Current fishing activity in Van Cortlandt Lake, 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 (2 PM peak), and Wednesday (5 PM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Van Cortlandt Lake.
Air conditions

The air temperature is 52°F (11°C) . Sunrise today: 07:14 AM, sunset: 04:29 PM. The weather conditions indicate the sky is partly cloudy.

The UV index is currently 0 (Low) .

The wind is coming from the north at 17.2 mph (7.7 m/s), with gusts reaching 25.8 mph (11.55 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.71 inHg (755 mmHg).
Moon Phases

The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 6:17 AM and moonset at 3:03 PM.

Van Cortlandt Lake Fishing Forecast