Gloucester Stellwagen fishing forecast
Gloucester Stellwagen is a saltwater fishing spot in Massachusetts, United States. Anglers here target Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Atlantic Cod, Striped Bass. The most productive months are typically June, July, August, September, October.
Today’s verdict
Ranks #347 of 409 spots FishRadar scored worldwide today
Trending down — 3 points below 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 | 12.6 °C |
|---|---|
| Wind | 50 km/h from N |
| Wave height | 2.5 m at 8 s |
| Current | 0.00 m/s toward S |
| Pressure | 1018 hPa |
| Depth | 115 m |
| Cloud cover | 0% |
| Chlorophyll | 2.66 mg/m³ |
| Salinity | 31.8 PSU |
| Mixed-layer depth | 37 m |
| UV index | 0 |
| Wind sea | 1.9 m at 5 s |
| Ground swell | 1.2 m at 8 s from E |
| Current shear (surface vs 50 m) | 0.00 → 0.00 m/s |
The water here is 5.4 °C cooler than the October average of 18.0 °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 45.0 m, so surface temperature carries well down the water column.
Updated 1 h ago.
What the score means at Gloucester Stellwagen
Gloucester Stellwagen currently scores 58 out of 100 (Fair). Water temperature is 12.6 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score.
- Water temperature +24.3
- how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
- Chlorophyll +18.0
- plankton density — the base of the food chain
- Barometric pressure +3.3
- falling pressure often triggers feeding
- Gust factor +3.0
- gustiness versus steady wind
- Chlorophyll front +2.8
- a plankton edge — classic feeding line
- Moon phase +2.3
- lunar feeding rhythm
What’s biting now
The model expects today: striped-bass, bluefin-tuna, atlantic-cod, atlantic-bonito, chub-mackerel, bluefish, tautog, scup
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Bite windows
Best months for Gloucester Stellwagen:
Score history at this spot
30 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-10-01, 68/100
5 points below the same day last week
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.
Approximate bottom depth: 115 m
Access & shore
Fishable from shore · offshore ground
What you can catch
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Thunnus thynnus
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Gadus morhua
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Morone saxatilis
Best months by species at Gloucester Stellwagen
| Atlantic Bluefin TunaThunnus thynnus | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic CodGadus morhua | ||||||||||||
| Striped BassMorone saxatilis |
Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.
Local regulations
| Species | Bag limit | Min size | Open season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Striped Bass | 1/day | 71.1–78.7 cm slot | Jan 1 – Dec 31 |
| Federal Atlantic EEZ: 1 fish, 28–31" slot limit. State waters have separate rules. | |||
Licensing:
- 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.
Some rules may have changed since our last verification — always confirm with the authority before you fish.
FishRadar regulations are summaries only. Federal and state waters rules overlap — always verify current federal and state agency rules before fishing.
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Frequently asked questions
What fish can you catch at Gloucester Stellwagen?
Anglers at Gloucester Stellwagen target Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Atlantic Cod and Striped Bass.
When is the best time to fish Gloucester Stellwagen?
The most productive months at Gloucester Stellwagen are typically June, July, August, September, October.
What is the fishing forecast for Gloucester Stellwagen right now?
Gloucester Stellwagen currently scores 58 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Is the thermocline set up at Gloucester Stellwagen right now?
Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.
How deep is the water at Gloucester Stellwagen?
The scored point sits over roughly 115 m of water. Depth shapes which species hold here and how the thermocline forms.
Fishing guides for this spot
- How to Catch Striped BassHow to Read Tides for FishingHow to Read a Fishing Forecast
Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.