NW Atlantic · Canada

Bluenose Banks fishing forecast

58 Good of 100

Bluenose Banks is a saltwater fishing spot in NW Atlantic, Canada. Anglers here target Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Atlantic Cod, Atlantic Halibut. The most productive months are typically July, August, September, October.

Quick answer
Best monthsJuly, August, September, October
Top speciesAtlantic Bluefin Tuna, Atlantic Cod, Atlantic Halibut
Score now58/100
Local rulesCanada

Today’s verdict

In line with this spot’s 7-day average

Score confidence ±4 points, from 8 live signals

The statistical model disagrees with the physics model here today — treat this score with extra caution.

Helping the score most
Water temperature+20.0Chlorophyll+18.0Current+18.0
Pressure trend
Pressure stable — fish feeding on their usual rhythm
Next solunar peak
dusk 23:15

Current conditions

Live conditions are temporarily unavailable for this spot (last data Aug 23, 2026). Seasonal and regulation info below is unaffected.

What the score means at Bluenose Banks

Bluenose Banks currently scores 58 out of 100 (Good). Water temperature is 13.8 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score.

Water temperature +20.0
how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
Chlorophyll +18.0
plankton density — the base of the food chain
Current +18.0
moving water concentrates bait
Waves +7.0
swell energy stirring the water column
Barometric pressure +3.3
falling pressure often triggers feeding
Gust factor +3.0
gustiness versus steady wind

What’s biting now

The model expects today: bluefin-tuna, atlantic-halibut, chub-mackerel, swordfish, scup, atlantic-mackerel, summer-flounder, black-seabass

[object Object] — Protected here — release immediately

Bite windows

Moon
Waxing Gibbous · 82% lit
Solunar day rating
50 / 100

Best months for Bluenose Banks:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Score history at this spot

7 days tracked at this exact location

Best recent day: 2026-08-02, 65/100

About this spot

Water type
Ocean

Open-water marine fishing — conditions can change quickly with offshore weather, so watch the live wind and wave forecast closely before and during your trip.

Access & shore

Best reached by boat · offshore-only

What you can catch

Best months by species at Bluenose Banks

Atlantic Bluefin TunaThunnus thynnus
Atlantic CodGadus morhua
Atlantic HalibutHippoglossus hippoglossus

Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.

Local regulations

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) / Pêches et Océans Canada
Canada
SpeciesBag limitMin sizeOpen season
Atlantic CodOfficial source5/day——
Southern Gulf of St. Lawrence recreational groundfish fishery: daily bag limit of 15 groundfish of all species, of which no more than 5 cod and/or white hake in aggregate; zero retention of Atlantic halibut, skate and wolffish species. Limits, gear and open windows differ by DFO region (Maritimes, Newfoundland & Labrador, Pacific) and change each year. Always verify the current DFO management decision for your area.

Licensing:

  • saltwater-recreational — residents A recreational (tidal/marine) fishing licence issued by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is required. Licences are region-specific (e.g. the BC Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Licence on the Pacific coast). Obtain them through the National Recreational Licensing System., non-residents Non-residents need the same DFO recreational tidal/marine licence for the relevant region.
  • freshwater-recreational — residents Inland/freshwater angling licences are issued by each province or territory, not by DFO. Rules, seasons and fees vary by province., non-residents Non-residents need the relevant provincial/territorial freshwater angling licence.

Some rules may have changed since our last verification — always confirm with the authority before you fish.

FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only. Canadian recreational fishing rules vary by region, province/territory and species, and are set by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (marine) and provincial authorities (inland). Always verify current rules with DFO at dfo-mpo.gc.ca and your provincial authority before fishing.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Bluenose Banks?

Anglers at Bluenose Banks target Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Atlantic Cod and Atlantic Halibut.

When is the best time to fish Bluenose Banks?

The most productive months at Bluenose Banks are typically July, August, September, October.

What is the fishing forecast for Bluenose Banks right now?

Bluenose Banks currently scores 58 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Can you fish Bluenose Banks from shore?

Bluenose Banks is best reached by boat; the scored water sits off a offshore-only.

Is the thermocline set up at Bluenose Banks right now?

Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.

Fishing guides for this spot

Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.

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