Washington Fishing Forecast | Week of November 2, 2026
Week of November 2, 2026 · Freshwater · Washington
The Washington fishing forecast for the week of November 2, 2026 covers cutthroat trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, kokanee, rainbow trout, brook trout, walleye, crappie, steelhead, and chinook. Open your region for a 7-day read on Lake Washington, Lake Crescent, Lake Chelan, and Columbia River, and the other waters people actually fish.
Each day shows whether the bite looks worth the drive, plus the best window and the wind. It is a planning guide, not a promise of fish.
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Puget Sound freshwater fishing
Puget Sound freshwater fishing forecast
For anglers searching for "walleye fishing" or "pike fishing," the Puget Sound freshwater region, located in Washington State, USA, not Saskatchewan, offers distinct opportunities across its diverse "lake names" and rivers. "Where to fish" for native Cutthroat Trout is popular in the Snoqualmie River and Green River, while Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish are renowned for their robust Smallmouth Bass and Largemouth Bass populations. These large, urban lakes also support healthy runs of Kokanee, providing varied targets for freshwater enthusiasts.
This week brings a mix of conditions to the Puget Sound freshwater region, with persistent cold temperatures and occasional light snow flurries in higher elevations, though many days feature clear skies. A moderate wind will make boat control a factor on the larger waters like Lake Washington, potentially influencing the "best bite" for bass in exposed areas. Anglers targeting trout in the rivers might find success in slower, deeper pools during these colder, clearer periods, as fish often seek refuge from the swifter currents.
Where to fish: Lake Washington, Lake Sammamish, Green River, Snoqualmie River.
Cutthroat Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:55 AM and 6:49 PM. On Monday, with Lake Washington’s water a frigid 4.9 C under a steady pressure and light breeze, I’d start probing the drop-offs where lethargic cutthroat might be holding.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:56 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Tuesday found Lake Sammamish showing fair under overcast skies, and with the water at 6.3 C and a gentle southeast wind, a slow troll along the weed lines should entice a bite.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:58 AM and 6:46 PM. The Green River, on Wednesday, with its 5.6 C flow and a falling glass, ought to have the cutthroat looking up, so I’d cast small spinners into the riffles.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:00 AM and 6:45 PM. Thursday on the Snoqualmie River, with the water at 6.4 C and a rising column, the cutthroat will likely be tight to structure, requiring a careful presentation despite the blustery weather.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:01 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back on Lake Washington Friday, a moderate easterly chop and rising air meant the cutthroat would be holding deep, making a weighted fly or jig a good bet for the 6.3 C water.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Saturday’s steady atmospheric conditions and a light easterly breeze over Lake Sammamish, with the water a chilly 5.0 C, suggest a slow drift with bait near the bottom for elusive cutthroat.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on cutthroat trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:49 PM). A slow bite on Lake Washington meant grinding jigs near deep breaks, as the frigid 4.9 C water and light southeast air kept the smallmouth hunkered down.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (8:56 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:48 PM). Fishing Lake Sammamish proved frustrating; despite the slightly warmer 6.3 C water, a faint southeast draft and unyielding pressure kept the smallmouth glued to the bottom, ignoring all offerings.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 6:46 PM. On the Green River, a touch of falling air and a gentle current.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 6:45 PM. Put in at Snoqualmie River for smallmouth bass. The day rates poor. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:43 PM). smallmouth bass at Lake Washington: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (9:03 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:42 PM). Start at Lake Sammamish if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Largemouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:55 AM and 6:49 PM. On Monday at Lake Washington, the cold 4.9 C water and gray skies meant pitching jigs slowly to deep structure was the only way to coax a bite.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:56 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The 6.3 C water on Tuesday at Lake Sammamish, with a slight breeze and heavy skies, had us working the deeper docks and laydowns for any sign of a largemouth.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:58 AM and 6:46 PM. Wednesday saw a better bite on the Green River, where the falling pressure and mixed sun and shade encouraged us to target current breaks and eddies with slow-moving baits in the 5.6 C water.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:00 AM and 6:45 PM. The Snoqualmie River proved tough on Thursday, as the rising air and moderate southerly wind, accompanied by heavy rains, caused flooding.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:01 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. largemouth bass at Lake Washington: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lake Sammamish if largemouth bass is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on largemouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Kokanee fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:55 AM and 6:49 PM. On this fair Monday at Lake Washington, with the water a chilly 4.9 degrees and a light southeast breeze, I’d troll a wedding ring deep, hoping those kokanee are just starting to stir from the cold.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:56 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the persistent overcast skies and gentle southeast wind on Lake Sammamish this Tuesday, the slightly warmer 6. 3-degree water suggests a slow jigging approach might entice a few kokanee near the bottom.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:58 AM and 6:46 PM. Good kokanee fishing if you put in at Green River. Fish the first break. If the first spot is quiet, move. Do not grind an empty piece of water.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:00 AM and 6:45 PM. Put in at Snoqualmie River for kokanee. The day rates slow. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:01 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. kokanee at Lake Washington: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lake Sammamish if kokanee is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on kokanee days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Olympic Peninsula fishing
Olympic Peninsula fishing forecast
Anglers exploring the Olympic Peninsula region of Saskatchewan will discover diverse opportunities when searching for where to fish, with many popular lake names and rivers drawing attention. Lake Crescent is a favored spot for targeting Kokanee, while the Elwha River provides excellent chances for Cutthroat Trout. The Quinault River and Hoh River are well-regarded for their populations of Rainbow Trout and Brook Trout, offering a vibrant fishery. For those interested in walleye fishing and pike fishing, numerous larger water bodies throughout the region provide exciting prospects for the best bite.
This week, conditions across the Olympic Peninsula region are marked by clear skies, though cold temperatures remain firmly in place. A brisk wind is present, which could create choppy water on open lakes and make casting more challenging along exposed riverbanks. Some areas might still have lingering snow, potentially affecting access to certain remote fishing spots. The combination of clear water and cold temperatures suggests that fish may be less active, often holding in deeper pools or sheltered bends, so a slower approach and careful presentation will likely yield the best bite.
Where to fish: Lake Crescent, Elwha River, Quinault River, Hoh River.
Cutthroat Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:01 AM and 6:52 PM. On Lake Crescent, the steady pressure and light easterly breeze under a gray sky made the cold water a challenge, so I worked the drop-offs hoping for a deep-water cutthroat.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:02 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The Elwha River’s slight chill and persistent east wind kept the surface quiet, hinting that a well-presented nymph might coax a wary cutthroat from its hiding spot.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 9:04 AM and 6:49 PM. A gentle southerly air current on the Quinault Lake caused small ripples.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:05 AM and 6:48 PM. Put in at Hoh River for cutthroat trout. The day rates slow. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:07 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. cutthroat trout at Lake Crescent: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Elwha River if cutthroat trout is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on cutthroat trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Rainbow Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:01 AM and 6:52 PM. Lake Crescent’s calm easterly air and steady conditions meant the chill 4.7 C water might hold trout deep, so I worked the drop-offs slowly with streamers.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:02 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the Elwha River’s gentle eastern flow and 5.5 C clarity, the steady atmospheric weight suggested a cautious approach, drifting small emergers through the riffles.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 9:04 AM and 6:49 PM. A light southerly pushing over the Quinault River with the air falling meant the 5.4 C water could yield active fish, so I focused on pocket water with dry flies.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:05 AM and 6:48 PM. The Hoh River proved tough with a rising air column and light southwest gusts, making the 5.8 C flow feel cold, prompting a deep nymph rig near structure.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:07 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back on Lake Crescent, the moderate southwest breeze and rising air with a 6.3 C surface kept the bite hesitant, so I tried weighted patterns along the rocky shelves.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The Elwha River, under a light southerly push and steady air, showed potential in its 4.9 C flow, so I swung soft hackles through the runs where fish might be holding.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on rainbow trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Brook Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:01 AM and 6:52 PM. Lake Crescent’s frigid waters, barely above freezing, kept the brookies hugging the bottom near the drop-offs, with that gentle easterly breeze doing little to stir them.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:02 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The Elwha River’s consistent flow and stable conditions meant working the slower seams and pocket water upstream of the old bridge was key, as the slight eastern air flow barely ruffled the surface.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 9:04 AM and 6:49 PM. A falling glass and clear skies on the Qu arterdeck.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:05 AM and 6:48 PM. Put in at Hoh River for brook trout. The day rates slow. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:07 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. brook trout at Lake Crescent: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Elwha River if brook trout is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on brook trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Kokanee fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:01 AM and 6:52 PM. At Lake Crescent, the fair bite meant working the cold 4.7 C water deep, as a light east wind stirred the surface under an even sky.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:02 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The Elwha River yielded a fair number of kokanee, though they held tight in the 5.5 C water, with a soft east breeze and an unbroken sky overhead.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 9:04 AM and 6:49 PM. The Quinault River turned out to be a good one, with falling air pressure and an approaching storm.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 9:05 AM and 6:48 PM. Put in at Hoh River for kokanee. The day rates slow. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 9:07 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. kokanee at Lake Crescent: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Elwha River if kokanee is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on kokanee days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Cascades fishing
Cascades fishing forecast
Anglers searching for walleye fishing and pike fishing in the Cascades region of Saskatchewan will discover many options. For those wondering where to fish, prominent lake names like Lake Chelan offer excellent chances for Kokanee and robust Rainbow Trout. The Wenatchee River and Yakima River are prime spots for fly fishing, where Cutthroat Trout are a common catch. Cle Elum Lake is another popular destination, known for its healthy populations of Smallmouth Bass.
This week brings a mix of cold and clear conditions to the Cascades region of Saskatchewan. A brisk wind is expected throughout the days, which could make boat control challenging on larger lake names such as Lake Chelan. Recent snow has added to the landscape, but the skies are mostly clear, offering good visibility for sight fishing in shallower areas. The cold temperatures mean fish are likely to be deeper in the water column, so adjusting your presentation accordingly will be key for the best bite.
Where to fish: Lake Chelan, Wenatchee River, Cle Elum Lake, Yakima River.
Rainbow Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:48 AM, or the last hour before 6:42 PM. The brisk northerly wind kept the Willow Creek Reservoir bite tight, so we worked the wind-sheltered south shore where the water felt a touch warmer, hoping for a deep-water troll.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:50 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A falling glass and a calm surface on Aspen Grove Lake meant the rainbows were likely suspended, prompting us to try mid-depth presentations near the old creek channel.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:51 AM and 6:39 PM. With the sun high and the air crisp over Clearwater Pond, the fish were finicky, preferring smaller jigs presented slowly near the spring-fed inlets.
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:53 AM, or the last hour before 6:38 PM. The rising pressure and a gentle westerly breeze on Eagle Perch Lake suggested the trout might be more active, so casting spoons along the rocky drop-offs seemed a promising start.
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:54 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A persistent light drizzle and steady air on Stone River Flowage made the rainbows hesitant, requiring patient drifting of minnow imitations along the submerged timber.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Despite a chilling easterly wind across Northern Pike Lake, we found a few takers by focusing on the shallow bays where the sun had warmed the water slightly.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on rainbow trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Kokanee fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:48 AM, or the last hour before 6:42 PM. On Lake Diefenbaker, the calm air and rising pressure hinted at a decent morning, but the frigid water temperature meant we’d have to troll deep and slow for any kokanee action.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:50 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A grey sky over Last Mountain Lake and a dropping atmospheric reading suggested the kokanee might be active shallower, so we worked the thermocline diligently with small hoochies.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:51 AM and 6:39 PM. Under brilliant blue skies on Waskesiu Lake visitors enjoyed the warm summer day.
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:53 AM, or the last hour before 6:38 PM. Put in at Yakima River for kokanee. The day rates fair. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:54 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. kokanee at Lake Chelan: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Wenatchee River if kokanee is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on kokanee days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Cutthroat Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:48 AM, or the last hour before 6:42 PM. At Lake Chelan, the rising pressure on a fair day with a light southerly breeze hinted at a decent bite, though the 4.1-degree water kept the cutthroat deep.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:50 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The Wenatchee River’s cutthroat were cautious under overcast skies with a gentle southeast flow, as the falling pressure often makes them unpredictable despite the 4.7-degree warmth.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:51 AM and 6:39 PM. Despite the crystal-clear conditions at Cle Elum Lake, the 4.0-degree water and a light southwest wind meant the cutthroat were holding tight, not yet responding to the dropping pressure.
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:53 AM, or the last hour before 6:38 PM. On the Yakima River, a light northwestern breeze and a gentle drizzle, coupled with rising pressure, suggested the 4.0-degree water might coax the cutthroat into a feeding frenzy near the banks.
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:54 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Lake Chelan proved challenging with a steady pressure and a light westerly wind.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Wenatchee River if cutthroat trout is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on cutthroat trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:42 PM). On Lake Waskesiu Monday, the steadily rising air pressure combined with 4.1-degree water temperatures made for a truly sluggish smallmouth bite, requiring painstaking patience on the deepest rock piles.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Dawn (8:50 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:41 PM). Tuesday on Emma Lake, the dropping air pressure under a blanket of grey sky offered little comfort, as the smallmouth in 4. 7-degree water barely nudged a tube jig off the shallower, wind blown point.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 6:39 PM. Fair smallmouth bass fishing if you put in at Cle Elum Lake. Fish rock points. If the point is empty, check the next rock pile before you go deep.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 6:38 PM. Put in at Yakima River for smallmouth bass. The day rates poor. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:37 PM). smallmouth bass at Lake Chelan: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (8:56 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:35 PM). Start at Wenatchee River if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Columbia Basin fishing
Columbia Basin fishing forecast
Anglers exploring the Columbia Basin region of Saskatchewan will discover excellent opportunities for diverse catches. For those wondering where to fish, popular lake names include Potholes Reservoir, Banks Lake, and Moses Lake, each providing unique experiences. The legendary Columbia River itself offers exciting walleye fishing and chances to land feisty Smallmouth Bass. Anglers frequently target Rainbow Trout in cooler sections of these waters, while schools of Crappie provide fast action in many shallower bays, alongside consistent pike fishing throughout the larger lake systems.
This week brings clear skies to the region, but anglers should prepare for persistent cold temperatures. A steady wind is expected, which might create choppy conditions on larger bodies of water, making boat control a factor. While there is no snow in the forecast, the chill means fish might be holding deeper or congregating near thermal refuges. Anglers focusing on slower presentations and working structure thoroughly will likely find the best bite for Walleye and Bass.
Where to fish: Columbia River, Potholes Reservoir, Banks Lake, Moses Lake.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:41 PM). On the Columbia River, that rising pressure under clear skies made for a tough morning, so we worked the deep current seams hoping to entice a bite.
Pressure is falling.
Dawn (8:48 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:40 PM). Potholes Reservoir saw us targeting the humps with the falling glass and overcast skies, figuring the fish might be looking up for a meal.
Pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 6:38 PM. Banks Lake, despite the crisp clear day, had the walleye hugging structure as the pressure dropped, making a slow presentation key around the rock piles.
Pressure is rising.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 6:37 PM. That light drizzle on Moses Lake with the pressure on the climb had us casting jigs near the weed lines, anticipating a subtle thump from active fish.
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:36 PM). Back on the Columbia River, the steady pressure and incoming mixed precipitation had us feeling out the deeper breaks, expecting a decent pull from the walleye.
Light wind.
Dawn (8:54 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:34 PM). With the water temperature plummeting at Potholes Reservoir, the walleye were tight to the bottom in the deepest holes, demanding an extremely slow retrieve to coax a strike.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:41 PM). The Columbia River presented a challenging start with a clear sky and pressure on the climb, making the 5.1 degree water feel even colder as smallmouth held tight to structure.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Dawn (8:48 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:40 PM). On Potholes Reservoir, the falling pressure under a soft, gray sky should have helped, but the 5.5 degree water still kept the bass sluggish, even with a light breeze.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 6:38 PM. Banks Lake offered a fair bite as the sun rose.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 6:37 PM. Put in at Moses Lake for smallmouth bass. The day rates poor. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:36 PM). smallmouth bass at Columbia River: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (8:54 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:34 PM). Start at Potholes Reservoir if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Rainbow Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:46 AM, or the last hour before 6:41 PM. On Monday at the Columbia River, with the sky clear and a gentle southeast breeze, the rising pressure should have those rainbows biting in the deeper runs where the water’s a chilly 5.1 degrees.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:48 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Heading to Potholes Reservoir on Tuesday, the overcast skies and a light southwest breeze might suggest a shallower bite, but with the pressure dropping, we might have to work harder for a strike in the 5.5-degree water.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:49 AM and 6:38 PM. Wednesday at Banks Lake, despite the clear skies and a gentle southeast wind, the plummeting pressure and frigid 4.8-degree water could make for a finicky bite, so I’ll be targeting slow, deep presentations.
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:51 AM, or the last hour before 6:37 PM. On Thursday at Moses Lake, a gentle southwest wind and the rising air mass with that light rain should perk up the trout, making the 5.3-degree water prime for working the edges where they might be cruising.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:52 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back on the Columbia River for Friday, with a steady air column and a light southeast draft, the mixed precipitation and 5.3-degree water might keep the fish hugging structure, so I’ll be drifting baits through submerged timber.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. My Saturday trip to Potholes Reservoir, with the air holding steady and a light southerly push, will likely demand extreme patience as the incredibly cold 3.8-degree water means the trout will be lethargic and hunkered down.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on rainbow trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Crappie fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:46 AM, or the last hour before 6:41 PM. At the Columbia River on Monday, with a light southeast breeze and rising pressure, I figured deep holes near structure might hold crappie, despite the chilly 5.1-degree water.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:48 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Tuesday saw us at Potholes Reservoir where the falling pressure and an overcast sky suggested searching the shallow bays for active crappie, given the slightly warmer 5.5-degree water.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:49 AM and 6:38 PM. Despite the dropping atmospheric weight and brisk 4.8-degree water at Banks Lake, a clear day prompted me to target sun-warmed north-facing banks where crappie might be staging.
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:51 AM, or the last hour before 6:37 PM. A gentle drizzle falling on Moses Lake, coupled with the increasing air density, had me hopeful for an aggressive bite, casting jigs near submerged timber in the 5.3-degree water.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:52 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back on the Columbia River, under a dreary sky with mixed precipitation and unchanging air pressure, I found the crappie tight-lipped, requiring careful presentation near the river bends in the 5.3-degree current.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. At Potholes Reservoir, with the surface barely above freezing at 3.8 degrees and a constant atmospheric reading, a slow vertical jigging approach was key to coaxing any interest from fish tucked into the deepest channels.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on crappie days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Eastern Washington fishing
Eastern Washington fishing forecast
For anglers asking where to fish, the Eastern Washington region offers fantastic opportunities across its diverse waters. You can explore iconic lake names like Lake Roosevelt, known for its excellent Walleye fishing, or cast a line in the Spokane River for robust Rainbow Trout. The expansive Pend Oreille River also holds impressive Smallmouth Bass, while smaller gems like Rock Lake provide a chance to target Kokanee. These areas consistently provide exciting fishing for a variety of species.
This week’s conditions suggest a mixed bag for those seeking the best bite, whether you’re focused on walleye fishing or broadly exploring options, even for pike fishing. Expect a clear start to the week, which can make fish more active in the mornings. However, increasing wind later in the week could make boat control challenging on larger waters, and cold temperatures might mean a slower bite for some species. Snow is not in the forecast, ensuring clear access to most fishing spots.
Where to fish: Lake Roosevelt, Spokane River, Pend Oreille River, Rock Lake.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:29 PM). Steady pressure and cool 4.2 C water on Lake Roosevelt meant working those drop-offs where baitfish might be holding.
Pressure is falling.
Dawn (8:37 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:28 PM). With the pressure dropping and a hint of wet weather on the Spokane River, I’d expect the walleye to be a bit more active in the shallower current breaks.
Light wind.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 6:26 PM. The clear skies and gentle breeze on the Pend Oreille River suggested a slower presentation near cover, as the steady conditions might keep fish tight to structure.
Pressure is rising.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 6:25 PM. A rising pressure system on Rock Lake, even with some moisture, often puts the bite on, so I’d target those deeper points where walleye stage.
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:23 PM). The chilly 4.0 C water and steady pressure on Lake Roosevelt made for a tough bite, requiring extra patience and slow jigging on the main channel humps.
Pressure is rising.
Dawn (8:43 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:22 PM). Despite the rising pressure, the bone-chilling 3.5 C water on the Spokane River meant the walleye were lethargic, demanding finesse tactics in the slowest pools.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Rainbow Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Use the first light at 8:35 AM, or the last hour before 6:29 PM. On Monday at Lake Roosevelt, with the water a chilly 4.2 degrees and a steady pressure under those broken skies, we’ll try the deeper channels where the light southwest breeze won’t push the boat too hard, hoping the trout are just waking up.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:37 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Tuesday on the Spokane River, the overcast conditions and a light westerly wind might seem promising, but with the pressure dropping and a chance of snow or rain, those 4.9-degree waters could mean a tougher bite, forcing us to go slow with smaller presentations.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:38 AM and 6:26 PM. Heading to the Pend Oreille River on Wednesday, we’ll work the shadowed banks early in the clear, dry conditions with a gentle southwest puff, since the 4.2-degree water and bright sky usually push the big ones deeper before they decide to feed.
Pressure is rising.
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Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:42 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. rainbow trout at Lake Roosevelt: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school.
Pressure is rising.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:43 AM and 6:22 PM. Start at Spokane River if rainbow trout is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on rainbow trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:29 PM). Monday on Lake Roosevelt, with the water at 4.2 C and a light southwest breeze under a broken sky, I’d probe deeper rock piles for a sluggish bite, hoping the steady air pressure would keep them somewhat predictable.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Dawn (8:37 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:28 PM). The Spokane River’s 4. 9 C water and falling air with a light west wind under a completely gray sky suggests a challenging day; I’d try slow-rolling jigs on the bottom.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 6:26 PM. Slow smallmouth bass fishing if you put in at Pend Oreille River. Fish rock points. If the point is empty, check the next rock pile before you go deep.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 6:25 PM. Put in at Rock Lake for smallmouth bass. The day rates poor. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:23 PM). smallmouth bass at Lake Roosevelt: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Dawn (8:43 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:22 PM). Start at Spokane River if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Kokanee fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Use the first light at 8:35 AM, or the last hour before 6:29 PM. On Lake Roosevelt, with the broken skies and a gentle southwest breeze, the kokanee were holding tight in the 4.2 C water, requiring a slow troll near structure to entice a bite.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:37 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The Spokane River bite was tricky under the overcast skies with a light west wind and falling atmospheric push, as the kokanee seemed hesitant in the 4.9 C flow amidst the spitting snow.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:38 AM and 6:26 PM. Navigating the Pend Oreille River requires skill.
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 8:40 AM, or the last hour before 6:25 PM. Put in at Rock Lake for kokanee. The day rates fair. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:42 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. kokanee at Lake Roosevelt: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school.
Pressure is rising.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:43 AM and 6:22 PM. Start at Spokane River if kokanee is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on kokanee days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Southwest fishing
Southwest fishing forecast
For anglers searching for walleye fishing and pike fishing in Southwest Saskatchewan, numerous lake names offer fantastic opportunities to where to fish for trophy catches. While some might dream of pursuing Steelhead in the Columbia River or Lewis River, or targeting Smallmouth Bass in Merwin Lake and Chinook and Cutthroat Trout in the Kalama River, our local waters provide excellent action. Here, you will find abundant Walleye, Northern Pike, and feisty Perch, ensuring a rewarding day on the water.
This week, expect generally clear skies but cold temperatures, with a noticeable wind picking up in the afternoons. These conditions typically mean the best bite for Walleye will be deeper, especially along drop-offs and structure, while Northern Pike might be found closer to shore in sheltered bays before the wind pushes them out. The colder water often makes fish more lethargic, so a slower presentation with your bait or lure could prove most effective.
Where to fish: Columbia River, Lewis River, Merwin Lake, Kalama River.
Steelhead fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:52 AM and 6:55 PM. Monday on Lake Diefenbaker, a brisk westerly breeze pushed us towards the calmer shoreline, where a slow presentation near the drop-offs eventually coaxed a nice chrome into biting.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:53 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Tuesday, Lac Pelletier’s glassy surface under a low sun meant targeting deeper channels, as the cold water kept the big ones hugging the bottom, requiring patient jigging.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:55 AM and 6:52 PM. Wednesday, Cypress Lake proved challenging with a shifting easterly wind.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:56 AM and 6:51 PM. Put in at Kalama River for steelhead. The day rates slow. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:58 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. steelhead at Columbia River: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lewis River if steelhead is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on steelhead days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:55 PM). On the Columbia River, under a gray sky and gentle west breeze, the smallmouth were lethargic in the 5.5C water, requiring a painstakingly slow jig presentation near structure.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (8:53 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:54 PM). The Lewis River proved challenging with a wintry mix falling from heavy skies; the 6.3C water meant bass were glued to bottom, barely mouthing a drop shot.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 6:52 PM. Merwin Lake offered bright sun and a subtle breeze.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 6:51 PM. Put in at Kalama River for smallmouth bass. The day rates poor. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (6:49 PM). smallmouth bass at Columbia River: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (8:59 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (6:48 PM). Start at Lewis River if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Chinook fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:52 AM and 6:55 PM. On Lake Diefenbaker, the cool 5.5 degree water and gentle westerly breath meant the kings stayed deep near the main channel, unwilling to chase despite the steady weather.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:53 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Gardiner Dam Reservoir on Tuesday, with the water warming slightly to 6.3 degrees and a soft westerly push, still saw the Chinook hesitant to rise, likely due to the wet, cold drizzle.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:55 AM and 6:52 PM. Cypress Lake on Wednesday, with a fishing tournament.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:56 AM and 6:51 PM. Put in at Kalama River for chinook. The day rates slow. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:58 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. chinook at Columbia River: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lewis River if chinook is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on chinook days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Cutthroat Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:52 AM and 6:55 PM. Diefenbaker Lake showed promise under a solid gray sky, a gentle westerly stirring the surface, and with the water holding a steady chill at five-and-a-half degrees, the dry air kept spirits up, but the cutties were playing hard to find.
Light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:53 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. On Loch Leven, the heavy skies matched a light west breeze that barely rippled the surface, and despite the water warming a touch over six degrees, the cutthroat were finicky, especially when the spitting snow began.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 8:55 AM and 6:52 PM. The sun shone bright on Adams Lake, a soft southeast breath across the surface, holding the water just over five degrees, and though the conditions felt perfect, the elusive cutties offered only a few tentative taps.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 8:56 AM and 6:51 PM. Spangler Lake was tough going under a low gray ceiling, a subtle south wind barely pushing the boat, but as the water edged close to six degrees and the pressure started to lift, the occasional wet flake didn’t deter a slight improvement in the bite.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 8:58 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Rafferty Reservoir challenged us with a persistent gray overhead and a gentle southeast air movement, yet with the water now over six degrees and the atmosphere gaining some lift, the cutthroat remained tight-lipped even as a light drizzle started.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Alameda Reservoir offered a fair chance beneath a consistent blanket of gray, a light northerly whisper across the surface, and with the water calm, a perfect day for angling.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on cutthroat trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Washington fishing forecast questions
Where should I fish in Washington this week?
Start with the region closest to you. This page covers Puget Sound freshwater, Olympic Peninsula, Cascades, Columbia Basin. Named waters include Lake Washington, Lake Sammamish, Green River, Snoqualmie River. Open that region for the 7-day read.
What are people fishing for in Washington?
The forecast is written for cutthroat trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass. Each region names the water to start on, including Lake Washington.
When is the best time of day to fish in Washington?
Use the day card, not a fixed hour. Walleye and smallmouth often bite in the hour before sunset. Lake trout are a midday fish in deep water. Lake Washington prints sunrise, sunset, and the solunar periods in local time.
How do I read the Washington fishing forecast?
Each day shows the bite label, wind, pressure trend, cloud, and precipitation. A falling barometer is marked because it often pulls fish up. A wind over 30 km/h means fish the lee shore.
Which Washington water should I start on?
If you are near Puget Sound freshwater, start at Lake Washington. The next named water on this page is Lake Sammamish. Open the region for the 7-day bite, not a guess from the map.
Do I need to worry about ice in Washington this week?
No. This week’s forecast does not show a freeze. Fish open water. The ice question only appears after at least two nights at or below freezing.
What does the Washington fishing forecast use?
Each Washington day uses pressure trend, wind, cloud, precipitation, sunrise and sunset, moon phase, and solunar times. Water temperature is estimated from the air and the season. It is a planning guide, not a promise of fish.
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About this forecast
Weather comes from OpenWeather at a representative point in each region. Water temperature is estimated from the week’s air temperatures and the season. It is not a buoy reading. Moon phase is calculated from the date. Solunar periods are the dawn, dusk, moonrise, and moonset windows, not a minute-by-minute table. Pressure trend compares the first and last reading of each day. A falling barometer with light wind and broken cloud is treated as a better bite than a rising barometer and a hard wind.