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Fort Lauderdale Offshore fishing forecast

95 Good of 100

Fort Lauderdale Offshore is a saltwater fishing spot in SE Florida, United States. Anglers here target Indo-Pacific Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi. The most productive months are typically November, December, January, February, March, April.

Quick answer
Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
Top speciesIndo-Pacific Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi
Score now95/100
Local rulesFlorida
Pressure trend
Pressure data unavailable
Best window today
17:00 · Light wind (0 km/h) and calm seas
Next solunar peak
minor 05:53

Current conditions

Sea surface temp28.3 °C
Wind21 km/h from E
Wave height0.7 m at 4 s
Current0.23 m/s toward N
Pressure1016 hPa
Depth5 m
Cloud cover15%

Last updated Jun 7, 2026 (UTC). Conditions refresh through the day.

Bite windows

Moon
Last Quarter · 57% lit
Solunar day rating
70 / 100

Best months for Fort Lauderdale Offshore:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

What you can catch

Local regulations

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
Florida

Licensing:

  • saltwater-recreational — residents Florida residents 16–64 must purchase a Saltwater Fishing License; $17/yr (short-term rates available)., non-residents Non-residents 16+: $17/3-day, $30/7-day, $47/annual.
  • saltwater-recreational — residents Federal Recreational Fishing License may be required in addition to state license when fishing federal (EEZ) waters., non-residents Same as residents. Many states require their own license even in federal waters.

FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only. Always verify current rules at myfwc.com before fishing. Seasons and limits change annually.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Fort Lauderdale Offshore?

Anglers at Fort Lauderdale Offshore target Indo-Pacific Sailfish, Wahoo, and Mahi-Mahi.

When is the best time to fish Fort Lauderdale Offshore?

The most productive months at Fort Lauderdale Offshore are typically November, December, January, February, March, April.

What is the fishing forecast for Fort Lauderdale Offshore right now?

Fort Lauderdale Offshore currently scores 95 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Do you need a licence to fish Fort Lauderdale Offshore?

Fishing at Fort Lauderdale Offshore follows the local rules for SE Florida, United States. Bag limits, size limits, seasons and licence requirements are summarised in the Local regulations section above, with a link to the official authority.

Scores and conditions are forecasts for guidance only and can change rapidly. Always check local rules and current conditions, follow all fishing regulations, and prioritise your safety on the water.