Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina Fishing Report Today

Artificial Lure with your Sunday, November 9, 2025, fishing report for the North Carolina Atlantic coast. With the water crisp and the air holding that fall bite, sunrise hit at 6:54 a.m. and sunset is coming early at 4:56 p.m.—so maximize your time on the water.

We’ve got **strong tides today**, making for active fish and fast-moving bait. Atlantic Beach saw low tide at 2:23 a.m., a high at 8:19 a.m. (3.8 ft), another low at 2:19 p.m., and a second high at 8:42 p.m. (4.4 ft). According to Tides4Fishing, the morning high is the moment for inshore and pier...

Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, November 8th, 2025, fishing report for North Carolina’s Atlantic coast. We’re in that classic November swing—air’s crisp, water’s holding a fall chill, and the fish are moving. Here’s what you need to know before you hit the water.

**Sunrise was at 6:54 a.m. and sunset will come early at 4:56 p.m.** according to Tide-Forecast.com. The days are getting short, so make every minute count.

**Tides today are big movers**—the tidal coefficient is up there at 88 this morning and dropping to 80 by midday, according to Tides4Fishi...

This is Artificial Lure, bringing you the latest fishing report for the North Carolina coast and the Atlantic, right here on November 7, 2025.

Weather today is crisp for late fall – expect morning temps in the lower 50s, rising into the low 60s, with northwesterly winds shifting to mild east by afternoon. Skies start off partly cloudy, clearing as high pressure builds. Seas are moderate, running 3 to 5 feet, a little choppy offshore but manageable for most boats according to the National Weather Service Marine Forecast. Early risers had a calm start: sunrise hit at 6:33 AM, and anglers can count on su...

Artificial Lure here with your Atlantic Coast North Carolina fishing report for Thursday, November 6, 2025. If you’re rigging up for action around Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, or down the Crystal Coast, here’s what you need to know before you hit the water.

First off, weather conditions are settling down after the midweek front—expect dry, cool air, with temperatures in the low 60s at dawn, warming into the upper 60s by the afternoon. Winds are light out of the northeast, keeping surf manageable but a bit choppy, especially around the inlets and the beachfront, according to the latest...

Artificial Lure here—fresh off the water with your Atlantic North Carolina coastal fishing report for Wednesday, November 5th, 2025. If you’re cooling your heels anywhere from Cape Hatteras down to Oak Island, let’s dive right in.

Sunrise crept up at 6:46 AM today, with sunset expected at 7:20 PM—lots of daylight for folks wanting to wet a line before or after work. Tidal activity’s been lively: high tide hit about 10:52 AM, rolling out to low tide by mid-evening. That’s created good current pushing bait into creek mouths and inlets, ideal for red drum and trout action, espe...

Morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with today’s fishing report for the Atlantic waters around North Carolina, Tuesday, November 4th, 2025.

First, let’s cover the tidal news so you can plan your cast. Around Cape Lookout and Bogue Inlet, we’ve got a predawn high tide today at 5:05 AM and low at 11:12 AM, then another big high push rolling in at 5:32 PM and a low close to midnight. These tides are running strong, with the tidal coefficient up in the 80s, meaning hefty movement—prime for chasing active fish in both inshore and surf zones according to Tides4Fi...

Artificial Lure here with your Monday, November 3rd, 2025, Atlantic North Carolina fishing report.

We’re waking up under classic November skies—cooler temps holding steady after yesterday’s showers, with more rain likely drifting in towards the evening, especially down by Atlantic Beach and Swansboro. Winds are light, but keep an eye on the forecast if you’re headed offshore; coastal troughing and a weak low pressure could build chop later on, so plan accordingly. Sunrise hit at 6:47 and sunset comes at 7:19, so anglers have a solid 12+ hours of daylight to work with today.

Looking at the tide...

Good morning, folks. It’s Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, and the tide’s just starting to rise here in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. The first high tide came in at 3:43am, hitting 4.17 feet, and the next low tide will be around 10:04am at just 0.26 feet. The water’s moving, and that’s always a good sign for the bite. Sunrise was at 7:27am, and sunset will be at 5:30pm, so we’ve got a solid day of light ahead.

The weather’s been cooperating lately—mild temps, a bit of west wind, and the water’s clearing up after some recent stor...

Artificial Lure here with your November 1, 2025 Atlantic Ocean fishing report for North Carolina.

Sunrise hit the salt at 6:37AM, with sunset tonight at 5:04PM, so get your lines wet early for the best action. Atlantic Beach tide rolled in with a low at 5:27AM around zero-point-four feet, then crested for a high at 12:02PM pushing up to four-and-a-half feet—a big tidal swing today, prime for moving bait and active fish according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Weather’s crisp, mild, and breezy—highs peaking in the mid-60s with a west wind steady at 10 to 20 mph, as report...

Artificial Lure here with your Atlantic Coast North Carolina fishing report, Friday October 31, 2025. Our fall is holding strong—let’s get into the details for today and what’s happening out on the water.

First off, the weather’s got a west wind rolling at 15 to 25 knots with seas running 4 to 6 feet nearshore according to NOAA’s Wilmington desk. That Small Craft Advisory sticks until about 2 PM—so the morning bite’s gonna be bumpy unless you’re on bigger water, but after lunch, things calm down. Air is crisp, the pressure high, and high pressure will take over fully by th...

Artificial Lure here checking in with your Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina fishing report for Thursday, October 30, 2025.

The fall fishing scene is in high gear but the weather is putting a real test to folks on the water this week. The National Weather Service’s marine forecast is showing strong southwest winds at 15 to 20 knots, gusting up to 25; seas are running 5 to 8 feet, with 4 to 5 feet near shore. You’ll find the sounds and rivers choppy and there’s likely showers in the morning before it turns overcast and milder in the afternoon. If you’re going offshore, keep an eye o...

Artificial Lure here for your Atlantic coast fishing report in North Carolina on this crisp Wednesday, October 29, 2025. If you’re rigging up before sunrise, you’ll see it break at 7:29 AM, with the sunset wrapping up the day at 6:22 PM for Oak Island and surrounding beaches. Tides are running low, with minor movement and a tidal coefficient near 33, so expect gentle currents and not much variation in water depth, particularly around midday.

The weather’s typical late October fare—cool, with light northerly winds brushing the coast and morning temps in the mid-50s rising to the upper 60s by aft...

Howdy, this is Artificial Lure coming at you live from the Crystal Coast, North Carolina, where the surf’s up and the fish are hungry. It’s Tuesday, October 28, 2025, and I’ve got the lowdown on everything biting in the Atlantic Ocean—shore, pier, and nearshore.

First, let’s talk tides, because you can’t outsmart a fish if you don’t know when they’re moving. According to Tides4Fishing, the sun rose this morning at 7:23 AM and will set at 6:55 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to get your line wet. As for the tides, we’ve alrea...

Good morning, anglers—this is Artificial Lure, bringing you today’s fishing report for Atlantic Ocean waters and the surrounding coast of North Carolina on October 27, 2025.

Sunrise this Monday was at 7:26 AM and sunset will be at 6:13 PM. We’re sitting right in prime fall conditions, with water temperatures dropping—recent reports off Bogue Inlet Pier showed the surf hovering around 74 degrees, excellent for both inshore and pier action. The weather is overcast with a stiff breeze building into gusts later today ahead of a coastal storm, so keep an eye on the clouds and expect patches of drizzle...

Artificial Lure here with your Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina fishing report for Sunday, October 26, 2025. The fall bite is settling in, and there's still plenty of action from Wilmington up through the Outer Banks as the water cools and the tides move.

Sunrise this morning hit at 7:26 a.m., with sunset set for 6:25 p.m. across most of the coast. We’ve got mostly clear skies, mild temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s, and a steady north wind at 5 to 10 knots, keeping seas running 3 to 4 feet, according to the National Weather Service out of Wilmington. That means so...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming to you live with your detailed fishing report for Saturday, October 25th, 2025, focused on North Carolina's Atlantic coast.

Let's dive right into today's conditions. We've got weak high pressure sitting over our waters through the weekend, keeping things relatively calm before unsettled weather moves in early next week. The National Weather Service out of Newport shows northeast winds at 10 to 15 knots with seas building to 2 to 4 feet. Water temperatures are holding in the low to mid-70s, which is keeping our fish active.

For tides at Atlantic Beach...

Artificial Lure coming to you live with your detailed fishing report for October 24th, 2025, focused on North Carolina’s Atlantic coast. Get ready for an action-packed fall run—here's everything you need for a solid day on the water.

We kicked off the day with a balmy sunrise at 6:56am, and we’ll wrap up daylight with sunset at 7:00pm, giving you more than 12 and a half hours to work the tides. On the ocean, we’re seeing a high tidal coefficient today—starting at 88, dropping to 80 midday, and closing out at 71. Those are strong numbers, so you can count...

Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for October 23rd, bringing you the latest straight from the docks and surf of North Carolina’s coast.

We’ve got a crisp, breezy fall morning ahead. High pressure sat offshore last night, but a quick cold front came through and winds are now out of the west at 10 to 15 knots, knocking up a steady 2-4 foot sea state out to 20 nautical miles, and the inshore waters are a light chop. Look for things to calm a bit tonight as winds lay down after sunset, but you’ll still want to check...

Hey y'all, it's Artificial Lure here with your Cape Fear region fishing report for October 22, 2025. The tidal coefficient is high today, indicating big tides in the Atlantic Ocean around Oak Island, North Carolina. Sunrise is at about 7:23 AM with a sunset at 6:30 PM, providing ample daylight for fishing.

The recent catch includes a mix of trout and flounder. For the best action, use a combination of jigs and soft plastics for trout, while flounder respond well to live bait like shrimp and minnows. Hot spots include the inlets and near-shore reefs, where the changing tides stir up baitfish.<...

Artificial Lure here with your Tuesday, October 21st, 2025, fishing report for the Atlantic Ocean off North Carolina. Overcast skies greet us this morning, with a mild breeze out of the west at around 10 to 15 knots—about what the National Weather Service expected, making for a moderate chop on open water and 2 to 4 foot waves just offshore. Those seas are workable, but keep an eye if you’re in smaller craft. Air temps are holding steady in the low 60s, and water temps are hovering in the mid- to upper-60s, priming a solid fall bite up and down the coast.

Artificial Lure here with your Monday, October 20th 2025, Atlantic Ocean North Carolina fishing report. Fall’s in the air, and the bite is heating up from Cape Hatteras down to Sunset Beach. We’ve got a good mix of inshore, nearshore, and bluewater action shaping up as we settle into these October conditions.

Let’s talk tides—always critical around here. At Oak Island today, high tide rolled in at 7:18 am, and you’ll see another high at 7:30 pm. That means a strong current most of the day, thanks to an 85 tidal coefficient—expect big swings and energetic movement ins...

Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, October 19, 2025, Atlantic Coast North Carolina fishing report. We’re waking up to crisp, mostly clear skies and fall temperatures in the upper 40s at sunrise, heading for a high in the upper 50s to low 60s. Winds are light out of the northwest, making for settled seas and good launching conditions for both surf and boat anglers.

Tides are running high—today’s tidal coefficient hits 83, which means strong flows and prime tidal movement, especially around Oak Island and Cape Hatteras. Expect the first low tide at 12:48 pm, sandwiched between early morning and ev...

Hey y'all, it's Artificial Lure here. Today, October 18, we're looking at pretty good conditions out in the Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina. Tides at Atlantic Beach Bridge are high at 6:45 AM and 7:04 PM, with lows at 00:48 AM and 1:09 PM. Sunrise is around 7:15 AM, and sunset is at 6:28 PM.

The weather is setting up for some nice fishing, especially with the high tidal coefficient which indicates strong currents and big tides. Lately, we've seen a lot of reds and trout biting, especially with soft plastics and topwaters. Shrimp and bloodworms are also working great for bait.

If you're...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing in North Carolina's Atlantic waters. Today, October 17th, promises some exciting catches. Oak Island is experiencing high tidal coefficients, indicating strong currents and larger tidal amplitudes, which can mean bigger fish are on the move[1].

The sun rises at about 7:19 AM and sets around 6:35 PM, providing plenty of daylight for fishing. The best lures to use are likely soft plastics like Z-Man GrubZ, which have been successful for bass and other species[3]. For surf fishing, consider using hooks with live bait like sand crabs.
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This is Artificial Lure with your Atlantic North Carolina fishing report for Sunday, October 12th, 2025. Let’s get you ready for a brisk fall dawn on the salt with the latest from the coast.

First off, expect classic autumn weather: cool in the low 60s at sunrise, climbing into the 70s by afternoon. Winds are howling offshore today—NOAA and the National Weather Service both have a Gale Warning in effect, with gusty north-northeast winds over 25 knots, and seas stacking up to 7 feet at times. Boaters, keep a lookout and maybe think twice before running outside the inlets toda...

Artificial Lure here with your North Carolina Atlantic coast fishing report for Saturday, October 11, 2025. We’re starting the weekend off with some moody fall weather, strong tides, and the promise of bent rods for those who play it smart and safe.

First off, be advised: a significant coastal storm is working its way up past Florida and will be impacting our waters through the weekend. National Weather Service is calling for northeast winds 20 to 25 knots with gusts to 35, building seas 6 to 9 feet offshore, and a steady chop on the sounds and inlets—plus a Small Craft Advisory and Gale...

Artificial Lure here, serving up your Friday morning fishing report for North Carolina’s Atlantic coast. It’s October 10th, and we’re gearing up for a day with big tides and bigger weather. Sunrise at Oak Island hit at 7:13 AM and sunset slides in at 6:44 PM. The tide is “high” today—low tide at 4:03 AM, high tide peaking at 10:24 AM with a healthy 6.4 feet, another low at 4:51 PM, and a final high at 10:48 PM. That strong tidal push means fish are moving, especially near marsh edges, inlets, and deep river mouths. Solunar activity holds “high” until tonight, so expect some solid actio...

Good morning, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your October 8th, 2025, fishing report for the North Carolina Atlantic coast. Conditions are classic early-fall, and there’s plenty of action along the beaches, inlets, and piers, so let’s get right into what you can expect if you’re hitting the salt today.

**Tide and Weather:**
We’re coming off some moon-driven king tides along the coast. For Atlantic Beach, low tide rolls in around 3:44 a.m., high tide peaks at 10:16 a.m. with over five and a half feet, then we drop again at 4:50 p.m., followed by a smaller...

Sunday morning, October 5, 2025, sun just peeking over the horizon at 7:22—this is “Artificial Lure” bringing you your North Carolina Atlantic coast fishing report.

Today’s big factor is the sea. The National Weather Service has a Small Craft Advisory in effect through late Monday night for much of the eastern North Carolina coast. Seas are stacking up at 4 to 6 feet offshore, backing off to 2 to 4 feet closer in. Winds are steady from the east at 10 to 15 knots. You can expect a moderate chop on the inshore sounds and rivers. For surf and pier anglers, keep an eye out for that...

Artificial Lure here with your Atlantic Coast North Carolina fishing report for Saturday, October 4, 2025. It’s early October and we’re waking up to the kind of classic coastal morning where the air’s brisk, the wind’s got some bite, and the fall bite is shaping up strong.

Let’s talk weather first. According to the NOAA forecast, we’ve got northeast winds around 15 knots today, dialing back from some rough days earlier this week. Seas are running 4 to 6 feet offshore, with a moderate chop inshore. It’s still breezy out there—so for folks in smaller boats, stick clo...

Fishing folks, it’s Artificial Lure with your Atlantic North Carolina fishing report for Friday, October 3, 2025! The morning’s already packed with energy—let’s dig into how these waters are firing up as fall turns the calendar.

Starting out with the **weather and tides**: The National Weather Service out of Wilmington says we’ve got strong northeast winds at 20 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 today and seas running 5 to 7 feet—so conditions are challenging, especially for smaller craft. Small Craft Advisory remains in effect through Saturday, so plan accordingly if heading offshore. Nearshore and pier anglers, make sure to...

Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Atlantic coast fishing report for North Carolina. The sun crested the horizon at 7:01 a.m. and will set tonight at 6:50 p.m. We’ve got a classic early fall transition—with cooling waters sparking fish activity from the Outer Banks down through Atlantic Beach.

This morning’s **tide at Atlantic Beach** brought a high around 2:35 a.m., rolling out to low at 8:32 a.m., and swinging back to high by 3:18 p.m. That falling tide from mid-morning through lunch will pull bait out of creeks and marshes, drawing in gamefish[Atlantic Beach...

Artificial Lure coming to you on this fine Sunday, September 28, 2025, with your coastal North Carolina Atlantic fishing report! Winds this morning are easy, coming out of the south at 5 to 10 knots with seas around 2 to 4 feet—pretty comfortable for most small- to mid-sized boats. There’s a light chop in the sounds and rivers, and we’ve got a front stalled just offshore, bringing a steady chance of showers and a rumble or two of thunder as the day rolls on, so pack your rain gear. Expect east winds to pick up later, with rougher surf into the week thanks to lin...

Good morning, this is Artificial Lure with your fresh Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina fishing report for September 27th, 2025.

Right now, we’ve got some changeable conditions out there, so planning around the tides and weather is more important than ever. For those fishing Atlantic Beach, the first low tide came in at 4:53 AM, with the morning high tide peaking at 11:26 AM—a solid window for inshore action. Your evening low will be at 6:02 PM, so late afternoon could see bait movement ramp up again. Sunrise hit at 6:58 AM and sunset’s at 6:56 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight...

Artificial Lure on the mic with your Atlantic North Carolina fishing report for Friday, September 26, 2025. Sunrise was right at 7:03 this morning, while sunset will close the day at 7:03 PM. You’ll want to make the most of that daylight—today’s shaping up as a banner day for fall fishing, with moderate winds and ideal water movement up and down our coast.

Let’s talk marine conditions first. According to NOAA and the National Weather Service, we’re looking at **light northwest winds shifting east in the afternoon, mostly around 5 knots**, so no rough rides today. Water is calm, with...

Artificial Lure here with your Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina fishing report for Wednesday, September 24th, 2025.

We woke to mild conditions and a textbook fall sunrise at 6:56am, with sunset set for 7:00pm tonight. The weather is holding steady, mostly partly cloudy, temps in the upper 70s to low 80s, and a light to moderate west breeze—perfect for comfortable casting. According to the National Weather Service, we’re seeing west winds 10 to 15 knots, seas at 2 to 4 feet, with a moderate chop in the sounds. The marine forecast calls for improving conditions, so kayak and pier anglers should find it b...

Artificial Lure here, checking in from the North Carolina coast with your Atlantic fishing report for Saturday, September 20, 2025—a classic early fall morning with a little patchy fog hugging the marshes and sound. The air is sitting crisp, the water temps cooling off a bit, and we’ve got that northeast breeze that usually spells hot fishing along our stretch of the Atlantic.

We’ve got a high tide rolling around 7:01 a.m. and another low at 12:44 p.m., according to the Cape Lookout ocean chart, and the solunar tables are pegging today for high fish activity. Sunrise this m...

Artificial Lure here reporting from the Atlantic coast of North Carolina, and it’s a gorgeous early fall morning for anglers hitting the surf and nearshore waters. The sun rose at 6:53am and will set tonight at 7:08pm—lots of light to work the lines, and locals know this is the peak transition period for both bottom and game fish moving in with changing water temps.

Tidewise, you’re looking at a high tide coming in at 7:20am, followed by an ebb with a minor low at 1:51pm and another high at 7:46pm. Tidal coefficient today is 81, meaning there’...

Artificial Lure here, bringing you your North Carolina Atlantic fishing report for Wednesday, September 17, 2025. The air’s crisp and you can smell faint autumn around the corner as we turn the calendar. Whether you’re eyeing the surf or planning a trip offshore, conditions today are lining up for a productive day on the water if you play the tides right.

Today’s tides for Atlantic Beach: first high tide’s at 4:22 AM at 3.4 feet, low at 10:24 AM at just under half a foot, then high returns at 5:00 PM riding up to 4.58 feet, easing into the last low at 11:31...

Artificial Lure here, and you’re tuned in for your September 14, 2025, Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina fishing update. What a day on the water—let’s dive right in.

We woke up to beautiful early fall conditions, with sunrise at 6:49 AM and sunset scheduled for 7:14 PM. High pressure is settling over eastern North Carolina, calming things down a bit before Hurricane Erin brushes by offshore next week. Right now, NE winds are running 10 to 15 knots, seas ranging 3 to 5 feet except for near-shore holders closer to 2 feet. The sounds are showing a moderate chop. Marine forecasts from NOAA warn that the se...