Fishing in constant weather is highly advantageous as you know what to expect and how to prepare for the particular weather. In most cases though this is hardly the case and you have to deal with weather variables. Here are some of the most common weather conditions you are likely to encounter when fishing and what they mean.
Storms
Expect to catch little or no fish during and shortly after a storm. Fish know when a cold spell is approaching, including a storm, and will feed highly just before it hits then go under to shelter in the calmer waters.
Expect to catch little or no fish during and shortly after a storm. Fish know when a cold spell is approaching, including a storm, and will feed highly just before it hits then go under to shelter in the calmer waters.
Hard rains
When it rains hard, the water becomes muddy so it's not easy to use baits or lures. Hard rain leads to high water currents, rapids and waves. All these are dangerous conditions to fish in. It is also highly unlikely that you will catch any fish as the fish cannot settle in comfortably.
When it rains hard, the water becomes muddy so it's not easy to use baits or lures. Hard rain leads to high water currents, rapids and waves. All these are dangerous conditions to fish in. It is also highly unlikely that you will catch any fish as the fish cannot settle in comfortably.
Light rains
Light rains are an excellent weather condition to fish in especially if they occur in the summer or spring. For one, the rains will provide a cover for you wherever you are fishing from - on a boat, on the shore or if wade fishing. Light rain washes bait and other insects in the water, making it easy for fish to go on a feeding spree. The warm water and plenty food supply are favorable for fishing.
Light rains are an excellent weather condition to fish in especially if they occur in the summer or spring. For one, the rains will provide a cover for you wherever you are fishing from - on a boat, on the shore or if wade fishing. Light rain washes bait and other insects in the water, making it easy for fish to go on a feeding spree. The warm water and plenty food supply are favorable for fishing.
Wind
Wind has a positive influence on fishing. It pushes bait from the shore to where game fish are likely to see it. Always aim to cast to the wind whether fishing from the shore or a boat.
Wind has a positive influence on fishing. It pushes bait from the shore to where game fish are likely to see it. Always aim to cast to the wind whether fishing from the shore or a boat.
Cloudiness
Fishing in cloudy weather is advantageous as the clouds prevent direct light penetration. The fish can move freely, unlike in bright weather when they hide in underwater structures.
Fishing in cloudy weather is advantageous as the clouds prevent direct light penetration. The fish can move freely, unlike in bright weather when they hide in underwater structures.
Lightning
Get out of the water as soon as you notice lightning. It is dangerous for you and can be fatal. Additionally, given the turbulent situation, you won't catch any fish.
