Montauk Point fishing forecast
Montauk Point is a saltwater fishing spot in NW Atlantic, United States. Anglers here target Striped Bass, Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Shortfin Mako. The most productive months are typically May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
Today’s verdict
Ranks #178 of 409 spots FishRadar scored worldwide today
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
| Sea surface temp | 16.1 °C |
|---|---|
| Wind | 35 km/h from N, gusting 43 km/h |
| Wave height | 1.1 m at 8 s |
| Current | 0.02 m/s toward W |
| Pressure | 1018 hPa |
| Depth | 15 m |
| Cloud cover | 0% |
| Chlorophyll | 3.24 mg/m³ |
| Salinity | 31.8 PSU |
| Mixed-layer depth | 19 m |
| UV index | 0 |
| Wind sea | 0.7 m at 3 s |
| Ground swell | 0.7 m at 8 s from ESE |
| Current shear (surface vs 50 m) | 0.02 → 0.00 m/s |
The water here is 2.8 °C cooler than the October average of 18.9 °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 Montauk Point
Montauk Point currently scores 76 out of 100 (Fair). Water temperature is 16.1 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score.
- Water temperature +25.0
- how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
- Chlorophyll +12.6
- plankton density — the base of the food chain
- Waves +9.0
- swell energy stirring the water column
- Barometric pressure +3.3
- falling pressure often triggers feeding
- Gust factor +3.0
- gustiness versus steady wind
- Chlorophyll front +2.9
- a plankton edge — classic feeding line
What’s biting now
The model expects today: atlantic-bonito, bluefish, striped-bass, bluefin-tuna, weakfish, atlantic-cod, shortfin-mako, chub-mackerel
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Bite windows
Best months for Montauk Point:
Score history at this spot
30 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-10-06, 82/100
26 day(s) at 70+ in the tracked period
3 points below the same day last week
About this spot
Open-water marine fishing — conditions can change quickly with offshore weather, so watch the live wind and wave forecast closely before and during your trip.
Approximate bottom depth: 15 m
Access & shore
Fishable from shore · rocky shore
On-site: parking · launch ramp
What you can catch
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Morone saxatilis
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Thunnus thynnus
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Isurus oxyrinchus
Best months by species at Montauk Point
| Striped BassMorone saxatilis | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Bluefin TunaThunnus thynnus | ||||||||||||
| Shortfin MakoIsurus oxyrinchus |
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 Montauk Point?
Anglers at Montauk Point target Striped Bass, Atlantic Bluefin Tuna and Shortfin Mako.
When is the best time to fish Montauk Point?
The most productive months at Montauk Point are typically May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
What is the fishing forecast for Montauk Point right now?
Montauk Point currently scores 76 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Can you fish Montauk Point from shore?
Yes — Montauk Point is fishable from shore (rocky shore).
Is the thermocline set up at Montauk Point right now?
Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.
How deep is the water at Montauk Point?
The scored point sits over roughly 15 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.