Fishing conditions for Lake Wingra
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Now, July 25
8:54 AM
humidity
90%uv index
0lowcloud cover
80%visibility
24kmmoon rise
16:14AMmoon
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Lake Wingra Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Lake Wingra, 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 (11 PM peak), Wednesday (2 AM peak), and Thursday (2 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Lake Wingra.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 66°F (19°C) . Sunrise today: 04:40 AM, sunset: 07:28 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 7.8 mph (3.5 m/s), with gusts reaching 11.7 mph (5.25 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.97 inHg (761 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 4:14 PM and moonset at 11:58 PM.
About this spot
Fishing info
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Experience
The spot provides a diverse fish population, including bass, pike, bluegill, and muskellunge, with notable high muskellunge activity. Amenities like piers, docks, and picnic areas contribute to a family-friendly environment with features such as wheelchair access. However, shore accessibility is limited, suggesting boat or kayak use. Despite challenges with the size of panfish and shore-based fishing limits, the peaceful environment, suitable for larger catches, enhances the overall experience.
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Tips
Visitors should utilize available piers and parking facilities for convenience. Kayak rentals are advisable for better access to effective fishing spots, especially for catching muskellunge with live bait. Summer’s mild winds are suitable for fly fishing. Shore fishers should manage expectations regarding panfish size and consider targeting other species for better results.
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Fishing seasons
The spot offers continuous fishing opportunities year-round due to mild day temperatures between 32°F and 74°F, with summer months featuring lower precipitation, creating ideal conditions. Despite some winter lows affecting fish activity at night and higher fall precipitation potentially complicating fishing, the overall low incidence of strong winds supports stable fishing conditions most of the year.
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Lake Wingra Solunar Fishing Activity Report for Today
Current fishing activity in Lake Wingra, 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 (11 PM peak), Wednesday (2 AM peak), and Thursday (2 AM peak)—making these the best times to go fishing in Lake Wingra.
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Air conditions
The air temperature is 66°F (19°C) . Sunrise today: 04:40 AM, sunset: 07:28 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 7.8 mph (3.5 m/s), with gusts reaching 11.7 mph (5.25 m/s). Atmospheric pressure is 29.97 inHg (761 mmHg).
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Moon Phases
The moon phase is currently New, with moonrise at 4:14 PM and moonset at 11:58 PM.
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About this spot
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WAWindy AI 08 July 2026Lake Wingra is a 342-acre natural glacial lake in Madison, Wisconsin, adjacent to the University of Wisconsin Arboretum and part of the famous Madison Chain of Lakes. It is remarkably productive for its small size, supporting an excellent muskellunge population alongside largemouth bass, walleye, and northern pike that draw dedicated anglers to its shores year-round. Spot Features: Lake Wingra is a 342-acre natural glacial lake in Madison, Wisconsin, within the University of Wisconsin Arboretum and adjacent neighborhoods. Despite its small size, it supports a renowned muskie fishery alongside largemouth bass, walleye, and northern pike. Muskie are targeted with large glide baits, swimbaits, and bucktails along the extensive weed edges, bass with soft plastics along the vegetated margins, walleye with jig-and-minnow rigs. Multiple public access points are available. Seasonality: Muskellunge are the centerpiece of Lake Wingra's fishery, most actively targeted from late spring through fall, with the best action in summer and early fall when large fish cruise the weed edges. Largemouth bass peak in spring during spawning. Walleye fishing peaks in spring and fall. Northern pike are most aggressive in spring and fall. The urban Madison setting makes this lake accessible year-round.
