Hatteras Island Fishing Report

Today was chilly but sunny. The high was 43 while the low was 30 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 15mph. Currently it’s 30, feels like 26, with N winds around 3mph. Tomorrow’s winds should hover around the same speeds. Temps should be a little warmer, inching up towards high 40s.

Sound water temp: 36-39

Ocean water temp: ~49


Surf: No word of any fish being caught lately and I can’t say I blame anyone for not wanting to be out in the cold.

Sound: No report.

Inshore: No report.

Offshore: No report.


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