St. Lawrence River NY fishing forecast
St. Lawrence River NY is a freshwater fishing spot in New York, United States. Anglers here target Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch. The most productive months are typically May, June, July, August, September.
Today’s verdict
Ranks #337 of 408 spots FishRadar scored worldwide today
In line with this spot’s 7-day average
Score confidence ±7 points, from 7 live signals
Current conditions
| Sea surface temp | 15.4 °C |
|---|---|
| Wind | 12 km/h from SE |
| Pressure | 1028 hPa |
| Depth | 35 m |
| Cloud cover | 100% |
| Chlorophyll | 6.25 mg/m³ |
| Salinity | 0.0 PSU |
| UV index | 0 |
| Wind sea | 0.0 m |
| Ground swell | 0.0 m at 0 s |
The water here is 1.6 °C cooler than the October average of 17.0 °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 St. Lawrence River NY
St. Lawrence River NY currently scores 58 out of 100 (Hot). Water temperature is 15.4 °C. 7 forecast signals are active in this score.
- Water temperature +15.0
- how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
- Waves +15.0
- swell energy stirring the water column
- Wind +12.0
- surface chop, oxygen and bait drift
- Barometric pressure +4.4
- falling pressure often triggers feeding
- Gust factor +4.0
- gustiness versus steady wind
- Moon phase +3.0
- lunar feeding rhythm
What’s biting now
The model expects today: rainbow-trout, smallmouth-bass, brown-trout, yellow-perch, largemouth-bass, northern-pike, lake-trout, sauger
Bite windows
Best months for St. Lawrence River NY:
Score history at this spot
30 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-09-17, 85/100
7 day(s) at 70+ in the tracked period
About this spot
Rivers are flow-driven. Fish the seams, eddies, and structure where current breaks, where fish hold to conserve energy and ambush bait.
Approximate bottom depth: 35 m
Access & shore
Fishable from shore · estuary
What you can catch
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Micropterus dolomieu
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Micropterus salmoides
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Esox lucius
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Perca flavescens
Best months by species at St. Lawrence River NY
| Smallmouth BassMicropterus dolomieu | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth BassMicropterus salmoides | ||||||||||||
| Northern PikeEsox lucius | ||||||||||||
| Yellow PerchPerca flavescens |
Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.
Local regulations
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 St. Lawrence River NY?
Anglers at St. Lawrence River NY target Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Yellow Perch.
When is the best time to fish St. Lawrence River NY?
The most productive months at St. Lawrence River NY are typically May, June, July, August, September.
What is the fishing forecast for St. Lawrence River NY right now?
St. Lawrence River NY currently scores 58 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Can you fish St. Lawrence River NY from shore?
Yes — St. Lawrence River NY is fishable from shore (estuary).
Is the thermocline set up at St. Lawrence River NY right now?
Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.
How deep is the water at St. Lawrence River NY?
The scored point sits over roughly 35 m of water. Depth shapes which species hold here and how the thermocline forms.
Fishing guides for this spot
- How to Catch Smallmouth BassHow to Catch Largemouth BassBest Time of Day to Fish
Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.