Kefalonia Ionian fishing forecast
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.
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 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
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Bite windows
Best months for Kefalonia Ionian:
Score history at this spot
8 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-08-02, 61/100
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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Dicentrarchus labrax
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Sparus aurata
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Seriola dumerili
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
| Species | Bag limit | Min size | Open season |
|---|---|---|---|
| European SeabassOfficial source | 5/day | min 23 cm | — |
| Gilthead SeabreamOfficial source | 5/day | min 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.
FishRadar regulations are summaries only. Always verify with the Hellenic Ministry (minagric.gr) and local prefectural maritime offices before 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
- How to Catch Amberjack: Taming the Reef DonkeyHow to Read Tides for FishingHow to Read a Fishing Forecast
Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.