Today was mostly sunny with little wind. Overcast at times but not gloomy. Today’s high was 81 while the low was 75 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 22mph. Currently it’s 75, feels like 76, with NE winds around 10mph. Gusts around 17mph. Tomorrow temps shouldn’t get above 80 or 81, we’re starting to see that cool front rolling through. Winds will continue from the NE/NNE at lighter speeds.
Sound water temp: 77-82
Ocean water temp: 77-82
Surf: Bluefish, Croaker, Red Drum, Spot
Sound: Bluefish, Red Drum
Inshore: Inshore parties caught Bluefish, Red Drum, and Speckled Trout.
Offshore: More boats got out there today and they brought in catches of Blackfin Tuna, Dolphin, and Wahoo. There were even a couple Sailfish released.
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