Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata fishing forecast
Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata is a saltwater fishing spot in Buenos Aires, AR. Anglers here target Striped Bass, Mahi-Mahi, Pacu. The most productive months are typically October, November, December, January, February, March, April.
Current conditions
| Sea surface temp | 15.7 °C |
|---|---|
| Wind | 21 km/h from ESE |
| Wave height | 0.2 m at 3 s |
| Pressure | 1018 hPa |
| Cloud cover | 100% |
Last updated Jun 7, 2026 (UTC). Conditions refresh through the day.
Bite windows
Best months for Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata:
What you can catch
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Morone saxatilis
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Coryphaena hippurus
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Colossoma macropomum
Local regulations
Licensing:
- combined — residents A recreational fishing permit (permiso/licencia de pesca deportiva) is issued PER PROVINCE — there is no single national licence. You must hold the licence of the province where you fish, and rules (bag limits, size limits, closed seasons / vedas) vary by province. Inland Patagonian fishing is covered by a regional Reglamento de Pesca Deportiva Continental Patagónico; the Buenos Aires province requires a permit under Ley de Pesca Nº 11.477 (art. 21), including a "Costera Menor Marítima" licence for marine-coastal angling. Confirm the correct authority for your location before fishing., non-residents Visiting anglers must obtain the recreational licence of the province where they intend to fish (most provinces, including Buenos Aires and the Patagonian provinces, offer online/tourist licences). A licence from one province is not valid in another. Buy the correct provincial licence before fishing.
FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only. In Argentina, recreational fishing is licensed and regulated PROVINCE BY PROVINCE — there is no single national recreational licence, and bag limits, size limits and closed seasons (vedas) differ between provinces and can change. A licence from one province is not valid in another. Buenos Aires province requires a permit under Ley Nº 11.477. Always confirm the current rules and obtain the correct permit from the relevant provincial authority before fishing — FishRadar is not a legal source.
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Frequently asked questions
What fish can you catch at Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata?
Anglers at Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata target Striped Bass, Mahi-Mahi, and Pacu.
When is the best time to fish Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata?
The most productive months at Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata are typically October, November, December, January, February, March, April.
What is the fishing forecast for Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata right now?
Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata currently scores 58 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Do you need a licence to fish Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata?
Fishing at Buenos Aires Rio de la Plata follows the local rules for Buenos Aires, AR. Bag limits, size limits, seasons and licence requirements are summarised in the Local regulations section above, with a link to the official authority.
Scores and conditions are forecasts for guidance only and can change rapidly. Always check local rules and current conditions, follow all fishing regulations, and prioritise your safety on the water.