New South Wales · Australia

Sydney Deep Water fishing forecast

53 Good of 100

Sydney Deep Water is a saltwater fishing spot in New South Wales, Australia. Anglers here target Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Atlantic Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin. The most productive months are typically November, December, January, February, March, April.

Quick answer
Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
Top speciesYellowfin Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Atlantic Blue Marlin
Score now53/100
Local rulesAustralia
Pressure trend
Pressure data unavailable
Best window today
05:00 · Light wind (0 km/h) and calm seas
Next solunar peak
minor 09:19

Current conditions

Sea surface temp21.4 °C
Wind10 km/h from SSE
Wave height1.8 m at 7 s
Current0.07 m/s toward N
Pressure1029 hPa
Depth385 m
Cloud cover0%

Last updated Jun 7, 2026 (UTC). Conditions refresh through the day.

Bite windows

Moon
Last Quarter · 57% lit
Solunar day rating
50 / 100

Best months for Sydney Deep Water:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

What you can catch

Local regulations

Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) — Commonwealth waters
Australia

Licensing:

  • saltwater-recreational — residents Recreational saltwater fishing licence requirements vary by state. NSW: NSW Recreational Fishing Fee. VIC: Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence (RFL). QLD: no recreational licence for most species. SA, WA, TAS: state-specific. Check the relevant state authority., non-residents Same state-level rules apply to non-residents. Visiting anglers can usually buy a short-term licence online from the state authority before fishing.
  • freshwater-recreational — residents Inland (lakes/rivers) usually requires a state-level recreational fishing licence (NSW, VIC) or angler permit (NT, parts of QLD)., non-residents Visiting anglers must hold the relevant state licence.

FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only. Australian fishing rules vary by state and zone. Always verify with the relevant state authority (NSW DPI, VIC VFA, QLD DAF, WA DPIRD, SA PIRSA, TAS DPIPWE, NT Fisheries) before fishing.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Sydney Deep Water?

Anglers at Sydney Deep Water target Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Atlantic Blue Marlin, and Striped Marlin.

When is the best time to fish Sydney Deep Water?

The most productive months at Sydney Deep Water are typically November, December, January, February, March, April.

What is the fishing forecast for Sydney Deep Water right now?

Sydney Deep Water currently scores 53 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Do you need a licence to fish Sydney Deep Water?

Fishing at Sydney Deep Water follows the local rules for New South Wales, Australia. 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.