Ionian Islands · Greece

Kefalonia Ionian fishing forecast

57 Good of 100

Kefalonia Ionian is a saltwater fishing spot in Ionian Islands, Greece. Anglers here target European Seabass, Gilthead Seabream, Greater Amberjack. The most productive months are typically May, June, July, August, September, October.

Quick answer
Best monthsMay, June, July, August
Top speciesEuropean Seabass, Gilthead Seabream, Greater Amberjack
Score now57/100
Local rulesGreece

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+21.7Current+18.0Waves+9.0
Pressure trend
Pressure stable — fish feeding on their usual rhythm
Next solunar peak
major 22:48

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 Kefalonia Ionian

Kefalonia Ionian currently scores 57 out of 100 (Good). Water temperature is 28.1 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score.

Water temperature +21.7
how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
Current +18.0
moving water concentrates bait
Waves +9.0
swell energy stirring the water column
Wind +6.5
surface chop, oxygen and bait drift
Chlorophyll +5.2
plankton density — the base of the food chain
Pre-storm bite +3.5
the classic feed before heavy weather

What’s biting now

The model expects today: bluefin-tuna, amberjack, picarel, saddled-seabream, red-mullet, swordfish, black-scorpionfish, common-dentex

[object Object] — Protected here — release immediately

Bite windows

Moon
Full Moon · 99% lit
Solunar day rating
60 / 100

Best months for Kefalonia Ionian:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Score history at this spot

8 days tracked at this exact location

Best recent day: 2026-08-02, 61/100

About this spot

Water type
Sea

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

Best months by species at Kefalonia Ionian

European SeabassDicentrarchus labrax
Gilthead SeabreamSparus aurata
Greater AmberjackSeriola dumerili

Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.

Local regulations

Greece
SpeciesBag limitMin sizeOpen season
European SeabassOfficial source5/daymin 23 cm
Gilthead SeabreamOfficial source5/daymin 20 cm

Licensing:

  • saltwater-recreational — residents Recreational sea fishing licence not generally required for rod/line in Greek waters. Certain restricted areas require permits., non-residents No licence required for recreational rod/line sea fishing.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Kefalonia Ionian?

Anglers at Kefalonia Ionian target European Seabass, Gilthead Seabream and Greater Amberjack.

When is the best time to fish Kefalonia Ionian?

The most productive months at Kefalonia Ionian are typically May, June, July, August, September, October.

What is the fishing forecast for Kefalonia Ionian right now?

Kefalonia Ionian currently scores 57 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Can you fish Kefalonia Ionian from shore?

Yes — Kefalonia Ionian is fishable from shore (offshore-only).

Is the thermocline set up at Kefalonia Ionian 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.