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Susquehanna River Pennsylvania fishing forecast

69 Good of 100

Susquehanna River Pennsylvania is a freshwater fishing spot in Pennsylvania, United States. Anglers here target Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Striped Bass. The most productive months are typically April, May, June, July, August, September, October.

Quick answer
Best monthsApril, May, June, July
Top speciesSmallmouth Bass, Walleye, Striped Bass
Score now69/100
Local rulesUnited States — Federal Waters
Pressure trend
Pressure stable — fish feeding on their usual rhythm
Next solunar peak
major 22:24

Current conditions

Sea surface temp20.7 °C
Wind11 km/h from SE
Pressure1013 hPa
Cloud cover97%

Last updated Jul 4, 2026 (UTC). Conditions refresh through the day.

What the score means at Susquehanna River Pennsylvania

Susquehanna River Pennsylvania currently scores 69 out of 100 (Good). Water temperature is 20.7 °C. 6 forecast signals are active in this score. As a rough guide, a score above ~65 reflects conditions experienced anglers would typically fish; below ~45, consider waiting for a better window or targeting different species. The score blends live weather and ocean signals and can change through the day.

Bite windows

Moon
Waning Gibbous · 75% lit
Solunar day rating
50 / 100

Best months for Susquehanna River Pennsylvania:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

About this spot

Water type
River · Freshwater

Rivers are flow-driven. Fish the seams, eddies, and structure where current breaks, where fish hold to conserve energy and ambush bait.

What you can catch

Best months by species at Susquehanna River Pennsylvania

Smallmouth BassMicropterus dolomieu
WalleyeSander vitreus
Striped BassMorone saxatilis

Months reflect typical catchability by species at this latitude; local seasons and closures apply.

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 Susquehanna River Pennsylvania?

Anglers at Susquehanna River Pennsylvania target Smallmouth Bass, Walleye and Striped Bass.

When is the best time to fish Susquehanna River Pennsylvania?

The most productive months at Susquehanna River Pennsylvania are typically April, May, June, July, August, September, October.

What is the fishing forecast for Susquehanna River Pennsylvania right now?

Susquehanna River Pennsylvania currently scores 69 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Do you need a licence to fish Susquehanna River Pennsylvania?

Fishing at Susquehanna River Pennsylvania follows the local rules for Pennsylvania, 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.

Fishing guides for this spot

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.