Hawaii Fishing Forecast | Week of November 2, 2026
Week of November 2, 2026 · Freshwater · Hawaii
The Hawaii fishing forecast for the week of November 2, 2026 covers largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, peacock bass, bluegill, rainbow trout, and channel catfish. Open your region for a 7-day read on Waita Reservoir, Nuʻuanu Reservoir, Wailuku River, and Waiakea Pond, 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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Kauaʻi freshwater fishing
Kauaʻi freshwater fishing forecast
For anglers exploring freshwater fishing in the Kauaʻi region of Saskatchewan, popular spots include the Waita Reservoir, Wailua Reservoir, and Alexander Reservoir, along with the flowing waters of the Hanalei River. Many searching for "where to fish" in this area discover excellent opportunities, even if their initial search was for "walleye fishing" or "pike fishing," which are not typically found here. Instead, these "lake names" and the river are renowned for their abundant populations of Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass. Anglers also regularly reel in Peacock Bass and plentiful Bluegill from these productive waters.
This week brings clear skies and cold temperatures across the Kauaʻi freshwater region, with a noticeable wind making conditions crisp on the water. Recent snow has added to the chill, impacting water temperatures and fish activity. Such clear and cold conditions often mean fish are holding tighter to structure, making a slower presentation more effective for finding the "best bite." Anglers should focus on deeper areas or sheltered coves where the wind’s impact is lessened.
Where to fish: Waita Reservoir, Wailua Reservoir, Alexander Reservoir, Hanalei River.
Largemouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Use the first light at 10:42 AM, or the last hour before 9:59 PM. At Waita Reservoir, with the water hovering just above 11 degrees and a steady push from the northeast, we’ll cast towards those submerged brush piles hoping for a decent bite.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:42 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The chill in Wailua Reservoir, just shy of 11 degrees, likely means a jig fished agonizingly slow along the bottom is our best bet for coaxing a strike on this tougher day.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. On Alexander Reservoir, despite the moderate northeast breeze, we’ll search the shallower coves where the slightly warmer water might hold more active bass, even if it’s a grind.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:43 AM and 9:58 PM. The falling glass today at Hanalei River has me thinking the bass might be active near current breaks, so we’ll work spinnerbaits through those eddies with the water just over 11 degrees.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:44 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back at Waita Reservoir, the warming water to nearly 11 and a half degrees combined with dropping pressure could push the fish into shallower cover, making a topwater bite a long shot worth trying.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. With the water dipping back below 11 degrees at Wailua Reservoir and the pressure holding steady, we’ll be dragging plastics along the deepest contours, hoping to entice a lethargic bite.
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.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:59 PM). On Monday at Waita Reservoir, we started near that rocky point, hoping the steady conditions and moderate northeast breeze would push some smallies into the shallows, but the chilly 11.3 degree water kept the bite somewhat timid.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Dawn (10:42 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:59 PM). Tuesday saw us working the deeper breaks of Wailua Reservoir, but the persistent drizzle and a stubborn 10. 9-degree chill meant the smallmouth were lethargic, despite the bright sun.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 9:58 PM. Slow smallmouth bass fishing if you put in at Alexander Reservoir. Fish rock points. If the point is empty, check the next rock pile before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 9:58 PM. Put in at Hanalei River for smallmouth bass. The day rates fair. 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.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:57 PM). smallmouth bass at Waita Reservoir: a fair 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Dawn (10:44 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:57 PM). Start at Wailua Reservoir if smallmouth bass is the target. Slow day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
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.
Peacock Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Use the first light at 10:42 AM, or the last hour before 9:59 PM. With Waita Reservoir’s water a frigid 11.3 C and a moderate NE wind, even a steady pressure couldn’t stir those peacock bass from their sluggish state, making a slow retrieve near structure the only real play.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:42 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Wailua Reservoir’s icy 10. 9 C water, coupled with light rain turning to snow and a moderate NE wind, meant those peacock bass were glued to the bottom.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Slow peacock bass fishing if you put in at Alexander Reservoir. Fish the first break. If the first spot is quiet, move. Do not grind an empty piece of water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:43 AM and 9:58 PM. Put in at Hanalei River for peacock bass. The day rates fair. 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 falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:44 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. peacock bass at Waita Reservoir: a fair 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Wailua Reservoir if peacock bass is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on peacock bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Bluegill fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Use the first light at 10:42 AM, or the last hour before 9:59 PM. At Waita Reservoir on Monday, with a light rain and steady conditions, the moderate northeast breeze ought to push some panfish towards the windward shore, making for a fair day if you start there.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:42 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The chill from the falling snow and light rain, coupled with the slightly cooler 10.9-degree water at Wailua Reservoir, made for a slow bite, requiring a patient hand for any bluegill action.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Alexander Reservoir, despite the steady atmospheric reading and moderate northeast wind, was a tough nut to crack today, with the 11. 0 is the number of words missing.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:43 AM and 9:58 PM. Put in at Hanalei River for bluegill. The day rates fair. 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 falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:44 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. bluegill at Waita Reservoir: a fair 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Wailua Reservoir if bluegill is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on bluegill days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Oʻahu freshwater fishing
Oʻahu freshwater fishing forecast
For anglers exploring the unique Oʻahu freshwater region of Saskatchewan, diverse opportunities await. Many serious anglers seeking the thrill of walleye fishing or pike fishing often find themselves drawn to these waters, even though the primary species differ here. If you are wondering where to fish, popular lake names to consider include the expansive Nuʻuanu Reservoir and the productive Wahiawa Reservoir. Anglers also discover rewarding fishing in the tranquil Hoʻomaluhia and along the winding Kaneohe streams. Here, you can expect to catch robust Largemouth Bass and elusive Smallmouth Bass, while the vibrant Peacock Bass offers an exciting challenge. Abundant Bluegill are also a common and welcome sight for many.
This week, conditions across Oʻahu’s freshwater fishing spots present a crisp environment. A steady wind is expected, which might create choppy waters on larger bodies like Nuʻuanu Reservoir. The air remains quite cold, suggesting that fish activity could be slower, especially in shallower areas. Recent light snow has dusted the landscape, adding to the chill, but the skies are generally clear. This combination means the best bite might be found deeper, where water temperatures are more stable. Anglers should focus on presentations that are slow and deliberate to entice less active fish in these cooler, clearer conditions.
Where to fish: Nuʻuanu Reservoir, Wahiawa Reservoir, Hoʻomaluhia, Kaneohe streams.
Largemouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:35 AM and 9:54 PM. On Monday at Nuʻuanu Reservoir, with the water a chilly 11.4 C and the air holding steady, those largemouth were tight to cover, requiring a patient presentation to tempt a strike.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 10:35 AM or 9:53 PM. On Tuesday at Wahiawa Reservoir, the continued steady pressure and slightly colder 11. 3 C water kept the bass tucked in, suggesting a jig worked slowly along the deeper edges was the best bet for success.
Pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Fair largemouth bass fishing if you put in at Hoʻomaluhia. Fish the first break. If the first spot is quiet, move. Do not grind an empty piece of water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:36 AM and 9:52 PM. Put in at Kaneohe streams for largemouth bass. The day rates fair. 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:37 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. largemouth bass at Nuʻuanu Reservoir: 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Wahiawa Reservoir if largemouth bass is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
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.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:54 PM). With steady air pressure and a brisk northeast breeze across Nuʻuanu Reservoir, those smallies should be active in the shallows despite the cool 11.4-degree water.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Dawn (10:35 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:53 PM). A steady day on Wahiawa Reservoir, with the thermometer just above 11 degrees, suggests working deeper structure where the smallmouth might be holding tight against the intermittent snow or rain.
Pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 9:53 PM. The falling atmospheric pressure and shifting weather patterns indicate an approaching front.
Pressure is falling.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 9:52 PM. Put in at Kaneohe streams for smallmouth bass. The day rates fair. 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:52 PM). smallmouth bass at Nuʻuanu Reservoir: a slow 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Dawn (10:37 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:52 PM). Start at Wahiawa Reservoir if smallmouth bass is the target. Slow day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
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.
Peacock Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:35 AM and 9:54 PM. Despite the light rain and moderate northeast breeze on Nuʻuanu Reservoir, the steady pressure suggested we might find some Oʻahu peacock bass holding in the cooler 11.4 C water, though they’d likely be sluggish.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 10:35 AM or 9:53 PM. Over at Wahiawa Reservoir, with a chill in the air promising more snow or rain and water temperatures hovering around 11. 3 C, the steady pressure meant the Oʻahu government had to comply.
Pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Fair peacock bass fishing if you put in at Hoʻomaluhia. Fish the first break. If the first spot is quiet, move. Do not grind an empty piece of water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:36 AM and 9:52 PM. Put in at Kaneohe streams for peacock bass. The day rates fair. 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:37 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. peacock bass at Nuʻuanu Reservoir: 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Wahiawa Reservoir if peacock bass is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on peacock bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Bluegill fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:35 AM and 9:54 PM. With Nuʻuanu Reservoir’s water at a cool 11.4 C and a steady push from the northeast, I’d cast near sheltered points, expecting a decent bite despite the light rain.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 10:35 AM or 9:53 PM. The slight chill in Wahiawa Reservoir at 11.3 C, combined with a steady northeast breeze and potential snow, suggests working the deeper drop-offs early for any active bluegill.
Pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. At Hoʻomaluhia, with the air pressure on the decline and water around 11.5 C, I’d focus on submerged structure along the windward shore, hoping the fish are still feeding before the weather really turns.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:36 AM and 9:52 PM. Navigating the Kaneohe streams today, with water at 11.4 C and pressure dropping, I’d probe the slower eddies and undercut banks where the eastern wind doesn’t rip through, looking for sheltered bluegill.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:37 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back at Nuʻuanu Reservoir, the 11.7 C water and steady pressure with an east wind signals a tougher bite; I’d try small, slow presentations near any thermal breaks or deeper pockets to entice reluctant fish.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. On this slow day at Wahiawa Reservoir, with the water a chilly 11.3 C and a steady northeast breeze, I’d systematically work the sunny shallows and protected coves, hoping to find bluegill warming up and feeding.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on bluegill days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Maui freshwater fishing
Maui freshwater fishing forecast
For anglers seeking freshwater opportunities in Saskatchewan’s unique Maui region, a variety of exciting fishing awaits across its distinctive waters. If you are wondering where to fish, the Wailuku River offers excellent chances for walleye fishing, while the vast Kahakapao Reservoir is renowned for its trophy pike fishing. Many local lake names include the scenic Waikamoi streams, which hold robust populations of Rainbow Trout, and the tranquil Iao Valley streams, perfect for targeting plentiful Bluegill and elusive Smallmouth Bass. Anglers often find impressive Channel Catfish lurking in the deeper pockets of the Wailuku and Kahakapao, providing diverse angling experiences.
This week’s conditions in the Maui freshwater region indicate a shift that will influence the best bite. Expect very cold temperatures and a brisk wind throughout the area, especially near larger bodies of water like the Kahakapao Reservoir. Periods of clear skies will alternate with light snow flurries, creating variable light conditions on the water. These colder, windier days typically mean fish like Smallmouth Bass and Rainbow Trout will hold tighter to structure and deeper pools, requiring slower presentations. Channel Catfish might be less active, but a persistent angler could still entice a bite, while Bluegill might be found in sheltered, slightly warmer pockets away from the direct wind.
Where to fish: Wailuku River, Kahakapao Reservoir, Waikamoi streams, Iao Valley streams.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Too windy to hold a spot.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:49 PM). On Wailuku River, the hard easterly wind combined with 11.5 C water and steady pressure made for a slow bite, requiring persistent jigging in the deeper pools despite the light rain and potential for snow.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Dawn (10:29 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:48 PM). Kahakapao Reservoir’s smallmouth were tight-lipped with the thermometer reading 11. 5 degrees and a stiff east breeze, so I concentrated on rocky points where the light rain might have driven the fish closer to shore.
Too windy to hold a spot and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 9:48 PM. Slow smallmouth bass fishing if you put in at Waikamoi streams. Fish rock points. If the point is empty, check the next rock pile before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Too windy to hold a spot.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 9:47 PM. Put in at Iao Valley streams for smallmouth bass. The day rates fair. 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.
Pressure is falling.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:47 PM). smallmouth bass at Wailuku River: a fair 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.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Dawn (10:31 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:47 PM). Start at Kahakapao Reservoir if smallmouth bass is the target. Fair day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
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
Too windy to hold a spot.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:29 AM and 9:49 PM. The Wailuku River was a challenge today; a stiff easterly wind and steady atmospheric conditions kept the trout deep and reluctant to bite in the chilly 11.5 C water amidst the falling precipitation.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 10:29 AM or 9:48 PM. At Kahakapao Reservoir, the stubborn easterly gale made casting difficult, and the consistent air pressure with light rain meant a very lethargic bite, requiring patience to tempt any fish from the cool 11.5 C depths.
Too windy to hold a spot and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:30 AM and 9:48 PM. Fishing Waikamoi streams proved difficult with the unrelenting east wind pushing through the valleys and the consistent weather pattern, forcing us to probe the deepest pools for any sign of activity in the 11.6 C current under light precipitation.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Use the first light at 10:30 AM, or the last hour before 9:47 PM. A shift in the air, with falling pressure, perked up the bite somewhat in the Iao Valley streams despite the strong east wind and light rain, making the 11.7 C water more promising for active feeders.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:31 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The Wailuku River offered better action as the atmospheric pressure continued its downward trend, making the slightly warmer 11.8 C water and dry conditions more favorable for trout to chase flies, even with the persistent easterly blow.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:31 AM and 9:47 PM. Despite the steady air pressure, cabin still felt turbulent.
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.
Bluegill fishing — 7-day forecast
Too windy to hold a spot.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:29 AM and 9:49 PM. On Monday, the Wailuku River was a tough bite with a strong easterly chop, requiring a deep presentation as the cool 11.5 C water and steady air made the panfish lethargic.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 10:29 AM or 9:48 PM. Fishing Kahakapao Reservoir on Tuesday, the relentless east wind and chilly 11.5 C water kept the bluegill tight-lipped, making us work the sheltered coves for any action despite the unchanging atmospheric conditions.
Too windy to hold a spot and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:30 AM and 9:48 PM. Wednesday’s outing to Waikamoi streams found the bluegill hunkered down, with the brisk east gusts and frigid 11.6 C current discouraging active feeding, so we focused on slower drifts through deeper pools.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Use the first light at 10:30 AM, or the last hour before 9:47 PM. At Iao Valley streams on Thursday, a noticeable rise in activity accompanied the dropping air, and though the stiff east wind still made casting tricky, the slightly warmer 11.7 C water encouraged a few aggressive takes.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:31 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Friday on the Wailuku River saw improved action, as the continued drop in atmospheric readings and the warming 11.8 C flow, despite a persistent eastern blow, brought more bluegill out of hiding to chase small jigs.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:31 AM and 9:47 PM. The bluegill at Kahakapao Reservoir were moderately cooperative on Saturday, preferring presentations near structure as the air settled and the 11.6 C surface cooled again, even with the eastern breeze still ruffling the surface.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on bluegill days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Channel Catfish fishing — 7-day forecast
Too windy to hold a spot.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:29 AM and 9:49 PM. The Wailuku River bite was slow to start with that stiff east wind and chilly 11.5 C water, making us work hard for any action.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 10:29 AM or 9:48 PM. Tough going again at Kahakapao Reservoir; those channel cats were hunkered down in the 11.5-degree water with the persistent easterly blow.
Too windy to hold a spot and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:30 AM and 9:48 PM. Waikamoi streams offered a slow pick today; the 11.6 C water and steady pressure kept the catfish cautious despite a light drizzle.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Use the first light at 10:30 AM, or the last hour before 9:47 PM. A noticeable improvement at Iao Valley streams as the falling pressure encouraged some feeding activity, even with the stiff breeze and 11.7 C water.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:31 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The Wailuku River showed more promise today; the continued pressure drop and 11.8-degree water had some cats moving, though the wind was still a factor.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:31 AM and 9:47 PM. Kahakapao Reservoir provided a decent pull, but the steady pressure and 11.6 C water meant you had to find the deeper pockets where fish were holding.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on channel catfish days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Hawaiʻi Island freshwater fishing
Hawaiʻi Island freshwater fishing forecast
Anglers searching for where to fish in the Hawaiʻi Island freshwater region of Saskatchewan often find success in its diverse waters. While many inquire about walleye fishing and pike fishing, this area is renowned for other exciting species. You can find excellent Largemouth Bass and Bluegill fishing at Waiakea Pond, a popular choice among local lake names. The Kohala reservoirs are prime spots for robust Smallmouth Bass and vibrant Rainbow Trout, offering varied experiences depending on the specific reservoir you choose. For those seeking stream action, the Waipio streams hold a healthy population of Rainbow Trout, providing a scenic challenge. Additionally, Waimea Reservoir offers a good mix of both Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass, making it a versatile destination for different angling preferences.
This week, the Hawaiʻi Island freshwater region is experiencing brisk, steady winds from the north, combined with noticeably colder temperatures. While the skies are mostly clear, a light dusting of snow is expected later in the week, which could affect water clarity in shallower areas. These cold conditions generally mean fish are less active, often moving to deeper water or holding tight to structure to conserve energy. Anglers may find the best bite during the warmest part of the day, typically midday, by slowing down their presentations and focusing on bottom-oriented lures or baits. Patience and precise bait placement will be key to enticing strikes in these chilly conditions.
Where to fish: Waiakea Pond, Kohala reservoirs, Waipio streams, Waimea Reservoir.
Largemouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:22 AM and 9:45 PM. On Monday, we found the Waiakea Pond bass lethargic in the 11-degree water, so a slow presentation near submerged structure was key, despite the steady pressure and light easterly breeze.
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:22 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Tuesday at Kohala reservoirs demanded patience, as the chilly 11.1-degree water and gentle southeast wind kept the bigmouths tight to cover, making finesse tactics the only way to entice a strike.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:23 AM and 9:44 PM. Despite the crisp 11.1-degree temperature in the Waipio streams, a light southwest wind and steady pressure made for a fair day, prompting us to target deeper pools where bass might be holding.
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:23 AM and 9:43 PM. Thursday at Waimea Reservoir proved challenging with the 11.2-degree water and light rain, so working jigs slowly along the bottom near drop-offs was our best bet for a bite.
Pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:24 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A slight warming to 11. 4 degrees at Waiakea Pond on Friday, combined with falling pressure, had us casting crankbaits near cover, hoping to trigger a reaction strike from lethargic bass.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Kohala reservoirs 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. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
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.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:45 PM). The chilly 11.0 C water and light easterly breeze at Waiakea Pond suggest working a slow jig near submerged timber for any smallies trying to escape the drizzle.
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (10:22 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:44 PM). Expecting a tough bite at the Kohala reservoirs with the persistent rain and a cool 11.1 C, I’d drag a soft plastic along the bottom contours, hoping for a sluggish strike.
Light wind.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 9:44 PM. The dry, fair conditions and a gentle southwesterly wind over the 11 miles of open sea provided ideal sailing.
Light wind.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 9:43 PM. Put in at Waimea Reservoir for smallmouth bass. The day rates slow. 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.
Pressure is falling.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (9:43 PM). smallmouth bass at Waiakea Pond: a fair 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.
Light wind.
Dawn (10:24 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (9:43 PM). Start at Kohala reservoirs if smallmouth bass is the target. Fair day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
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
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:22 AM and 9:45 PM. Monday at Waiakea Pond, a gentle eastern breeze across its cool 11.0 C waters under a light drizzle and steady pressure, suggested the trout would be feeding near the structure.
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:22 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Tuesday at Kohala reservoirs, despite the steady pressure and a slight rise to 11.1 C, the light southeastern current didn’t spark much action, making for a rather stubborn bite even when prospecting deeper.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:23 AM and 9:44 PM. Wednesday morning.
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:23 AM and 9:43 PM. Put in at Waimea Reservoir for rainbow trout. 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 falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:24 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. rainbow trout at Waiakea Pond: a fair 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 Kohala reservoirs if rainbow trout is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
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.
Bluegill fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:22 AM and 9:45 PM. At Waiakea Pond on Monday, with a light easterly breeze and steady pressure, the bluegill were holding tight to structure in the chilly 11.0 C water, requiring a slow presentation near the bottom.
Light wind and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:22 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Tuesday at the Kohala reservoirs, the steady pressure and light southeasterly wind made for a slow bite, with the 11. 1 C water keeping the bluegill hunkered down, so they were difficult to catch.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 10:23 AM and 9:44 PM. Fair bluegill fishing if you put in at Waipio streams. Fish the first break. If the first spot is quiet, move. Do not grind an empty piece of water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 10:23 AM and 9:43 PM. Put in at Waimea Reservoir for bluegill. 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 falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 10:24 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. bluegill at Waiakea Pond: a fair 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 Kohala reservoirs if bluegill is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on bluegill days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Hawaii fishing forecast questions
Where should I fish in Hawaii this week?
Start with the region closest to you. This page covers Kauaʻi freshwater, Oʻahu freshwater, Maui freshwater, Hawaiʻi Island freshwater. Named waters include Waita Reservoir, Wailua Reservoir, Alexander Reservoir, Hanalei River. Open that region for the 7-day read.
What are people fishing for in Hawaii?
The forecast is written for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, peacock bass. Each region names the water to start on, including Waita Reservoir.
When is the best time of day to fish in Hawaii?
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. Waita Reservoir prints sunrise, sunset, and the solunar periods in local time.
How do I read the Hawaii 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 Hawaii water should I start on?
If you are near Kauaʻi freshwater, start at Waita Reservoir. The next named water on this page is Wailua Reservoir. Open the region for the 7-day bite, not a guess from the map.
Do I need to worry about ice in Hawaii 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 Hawaii fishing forecast use?
Each Hawaii 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.