St Lawrence River Quebec fishing forecast
St Lawrence River Quebec is a freshwater fishing spot in Quebec, Canada. Anglers here target Atlantic Salmon, Atlantic Cod, Striped Bass. The most productive months are typically May, June, July, August, September, October.
Today’s verdict
Ranks #321 of 437 spots FishRadar scored worldwide today
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
| Sea surface temp | 16.7 °C |
|---|---|
| Wind | 13 km/h from NNE, gusting 19 km/h |
| Current | 0.04 m/s toward SW |
| Pressure | 1018 hPa |
| Depth | 8 m |
| Cloud cover | 100% |
| Chlorophyll | 7.05 mg/m³ |
| Salinity | 0.0 PSU |
| Mixed-layer depth | 10 m |
| UV index | 0 |
| Wind sea | 0.0 m |
| Ground swell | 0.0 m at 0 s |
The water here is 0.3 °C cooler than the September average of 17.0 °C. Cooler-than-normal water slows the bite for warm-water species and holds cool-water species shallower for longer. The water is mixed to about 39.4 m, with the thermocline below that.
Updated 1 h ago.
What the score means at St Lawrence River Quebec
St Lawrence River Quebec currently scores 61 out of 100 (Good). Water temperature is 16.7 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score.
- Water temperature +15.0
- how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
- Waves +15.0
- swell energy stirring the water column
- Wind +12.0
- surface chop, oxygen and bait drift
- Barometric pressure +4.4
- falling pressure often triggers feeding
- Gust factor +2.8
- gustiness versus steady wind
- Pre-storm bite +2.4
- the classic feed before heavy weather
What’s biting now
The model expects today: lake-sturgeon, muskellunge, walleye, sauger, splake, tiger-trout, brown-trout, yellow-perch
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Bite windows
Best months for St Lawrence River Quebec:
Score history at this spot
30 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-08-11, 73/100
2 day(s) at 70+ in the tracked period
4 points below the same day last week
About this spot
Rivers are flow-driven. Fish the seams, eddies, and structure where current breaks, where fish hold to conserve energy and ambush bait.
Approximate bottom depth: 8 m
Access & shore
Fishable from shore · estuary
What you can catch
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Salmo salar
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Gadus morhua
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Morone saxatilis
Best months by species at St Lawrence River Quebec
| Atlantic SalmonSalmo salar | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic CodGadus morhua | ||||||||||||
| Striped BassMorone saxatilis |
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.
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Frequently asked questions
What fish can you catch at St Lawrence River Quebec?
Anglers at St Lawrence River Quebec target Atlantic Salmon, Atlantic Cod and Striped Bass.
When is the best time to fish St Lawrence River Quebec?
The most productive months at St Lawrence River Quebec are typically May, June, July, August, September, October.
What is the fishing forecast for St Lawrence River Quebec right now?
St Lawrence River Quebec currently scores 61 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Can you fish St Lawrence River Quebec from shore?
Yes — St Lawrence River Quebec is fishable from shore (estuary).
Is the thermocline set up at St Lawrence River Quebec right now?
Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.
How deep is the water at St Lawrence River Quebec?
The scored point sits over roughly 8 m of water. Depth shapes which species hold here and how the thermocline forms.
Fishing guides for this spot
- How to Catch Salmon: Kings, Coho, and SockeyeHow to Catch Striped BassBest Time of Day to Fish
Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.