Prince Edward Island fishing forecast
Prince Edward Island is a saltwater fishing spot in PEI, Canada. Anglers here target Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Atlantic Cod, Haddock. The most productive months are typically July, August, September, October.
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.
Current conditions
Live conditions are temporarily unavailable for this spot (last data Aug 28, 2026). Seasonal and regulation info below is unaffected.
What the score means at Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island currently scores 62 out of 100 (Good). Water temperature is 20.5 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score.
- Water temperature +25.0
- how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
- Chlorophyll +18.0
- plankton density — the base of the food chain
- Waves +9.0
- swell energy stirring the water column
- Wind +7.7
- surface chop, oxygen and bait drift
- Chlorophyll front +5.0
- a plankton edge — classic feeding line
- Barometric pressure +3.3
- falling pressure often triggers feeding
What’s biting now
The model expects today: bluefin-tuna, atlantic-mackerel, chub-mackerel, swordfish, amberjack, atlantic-halibut, common-octopus, atlantic-wolffish
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Bite windows
Best months for Prince Edward Island:
Score history at this spot
7 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-08-11, 64/100
About this spot
Open coastal saltwater — conditions and safety depend heavily on the live wind, wave, and tide forecast, so check them before you head out.
Access & shore
Fishable from shore · offshore-only
What you can catch
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Thunnus thynnus
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Gadus morhua
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Melanogrammus aeglefinus
Best months by species at Prince Edward Island
| Atlantic Bluefin TunaThunnus thynnus | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic CodGadus morhua | ||||||||||||
| HaddockMelanogrammus aeglefinus |
Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.
Local regulations
| Species | Bag limit | Min size | Open season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic CodOfficial source | 5/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.
Check Prince Edward Island before you go
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Frequently asked questions
What fish can you catch at Prince Edward Island?
Anglers at Prince Edward Island target Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Atlantic Cod and Haddock.
When is the best time to fish Prince Edward Island?
The most productive months at Prince Edward Island are typically July, August, September, October.
What is the fishing forecast for Prince Edward Island right now?
Prince Edward Island currently scores 62 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Can you fish Prince Edward Island from shore?
Yes — Prince Edward Island is fishable from shore (offshore-only).
Is the thermocline set up at Prince Edward Island right now?
Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.
Fishing guides for this spot
- How to Catch Haddock: The Groundfishing Staple of the North AtlanticHow to Read Tides for FishingHow to Read a Fishing Forecast
Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.