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Long Island Sound fishing forecast

49 Fair of 100

Long Island Sound is a saltwater fishing spot in Connecticut, United States. Anglers here target Striped Bass, Bluefish, Weakfish. The most productive months are typically May, June, July, August, September, October.

Quick answer
Best monthsMay, June, July, August
Top speciesStriped Bass, Bluefish, Weakfish
Score now49/100
Local rulesUnited States — Federal Waters
Pressure trend
Pressure stable — fish feeding on their usual rhythm
Next solunar peak
minor 06:09

Current conditions

Sea surface temp16.0 °C
Wind30 km/h from WSW
Wave height0.4 m at 2 s
Current0.05 m/s toward WNW
Pressure1008 hPa
Cloud cover100%

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

Bite windows

Moon
Last Quarter · 58% lit
Solunar day rating
50 / 100

Best months for Long Island Sound:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

What you can catch

Local regulations

U.S. federal fisheries authority
United States — Federal Waters
SpeciesBag limitMin sizeOpen season
Striped Bass1/day71.1–78.7 cm slotJan 1 – Dec 31

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Long Island Sound?

Anglers at Long Island Sound target Striped Bass, Bluefish, and Weakfish.

When is the best time to fish Long Island Sound?

The most productive months at Long Island Sound are typically May, June, July, August, September, October.

What is the fishing forecast for Long Island Sound right now?

Long Island Sound currently scores 49 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Do you need a licence to fish Long Island Sound?

Fishing at Long Island Sound follows the local rules for Connecticut, 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.