Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin Fishing Report - Daily

Lake Winnebago is waking up to a muggy morning, patchy high clouds, and temps pushing 74°F before sunrise, with humidity at 100 percent and a light southwest breeze. Today’s forecast brings hazy sun, building to a hot high near 93°F and the possibility of pop-up thunderstorms in the late afternoon. The water itself is an even warmer bath, and that’s got the fish metabolism running wild—expect action as long as you pick the right spots and play the weather.

Sunrise hit at 5:59 AM and sunset’ll be at 8:00 PM, so there’s plenty of light to chase fish a...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here, bringing you today’s Lake Winnebago fishing report for Friday, August 15, 2025.

The sun crested over Winnebago at 6:09 AM and will dip behind the horizon at 7:53 PM. Expect *calm north-northeast winds*, topping out at 10 knots, and gentle waves—ideal for small craft and anglers working the shoreline. It’s a warm August morning with haze from regional smoke, but otherwise skies are clear with temps climbing into the high 70s. There’s no tide on this freshwater giant, but fish are responding to subtle wind changes and daylight cycles.

Looking at the solu...

Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here, reporting lakeside from Wisconsin’s great inland sea—Lake Winnebago. It’s Wednesday, August 13th, and with summer winding down, fishing on Bago is holding steady. Before you roll the boat out, here’s what’s biting, where, and how to put a few in the cooler.

Lake Winnebago’s sun rose today at about 5:57 AM and will set around 8:07 PM, giving you a nice long window to wet a line. According to Lake-Link, peak fish activity is expected around 7-8 AM, 10-11 AM, and again in the later afternoon between 3-5 PM. Fish are...

Good morning from the east shore, Anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for August 10th.

First light cracked the sky at 5:52 AM and it’s shaping up to be a classic late-summer bite. Temps started out near 68 degrees and we’re headed for the low 80s, but keep your rain slickers handy: National Weather Service warns of winds out of the south at 15 to 25 knots, with a decent chance of showers and some rolling thunderstorms this afternoon. Water’s a bit stirred up with waves running 2 to 4 feet and possible chop building by midday.

Lake Winnebago’s summer bite keeps buzzing along this August morning. Air temps started off near **68°F at sunrise (5:52 AM)**, headed for the upper 70s as clouds break midmorning. Winds are gentle from the southwest around 8 mph, and sunset will be 8:08 PM. Water clarity remains decent, especially on the west shore, though a bit of algae haze is creeping into the southern bays. No tides here—just wind-driven current pockets, so keep an eye on flags and approach reefs accordingly.

**Walleye action** is steady, especially for early risers. Anglers report picking up mostly smaller ‘eyes drifting with jigs and cra...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Friday, August 8th, 2025. Sunrise came at 5:51 AM, and we’ll see sunset at 8:10 PM, giving anglers a long window to get in on some great late-summer action.

Today's weather brings clear skies this morning with temps climbing quickly; it’s already pushing 85° near Stockbridge by midday, with a light south breeze around 2 mph and humidity holding steady at 66%. Hot and muggy conditions will continue through the afternoon, with a chance for some pop-up storms later, especially into the evening, so keep an eye on the sky and listen for r...

Evening, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for August 6th, 2025. It’s a summer night with air temperatures reaching a high of 83 under a mix of sun and clouds, and the air quality improving nicely through the afternoon, according to FOX 11 News. Water temps are prime at 78.3°F, putting gamefish in their summer holding patterns. The breeze on the lake has been light from the northeast, 5 to 10 knots, keeping waves manageable at about a foot, and the humidity is starting to climb as we head toward the weekend.

Sunrise was at 5:50 AM and sunset wraps...

This is Artificial Lure, reporting your on-the-water update for Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin, for Sunday, July 6th, 2025. Conditions have been prime for anglers heading into the heart of summer.

Let’s talk weather first—today saw southwest winds at 10 to 20 knots, with gusts near 25 knots and a chance of light showers and storms in the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service’s marine forecast. Waves ran 1 to 3 feet, so nearshore anglers needed to keep an eye on the chop. After sunset, winds are set to shift northwest, calming things for evening fishing.

Sunrise was at 5:21 am and su...

Good morning, anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you today’s fishing report for Lake Winnebago and the surrounding waters, Sunday, June 22, 2025.

First light hit the lake at 5:12 AM, with sunset rolling in at 8:41 PM. That’s a big window for a full day on the water, and with overnight temps in the low 60s climbing quickly to the mid-70s by lunchtime, conditions are just about perfect. We’ve got winds out of the southwest at 8 to 12 mph—just enough to ripple the water and stir up those edges where the fish have been most active. There’s no tidal...

Good afternoon folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for June 21st, 2025.

The sun came up at 5:12 AM today, with a beautiful stretch through to sunset at 8:41 PM—so you’ve got plenty of daylight to work the water. Weather’s classic early summer: we started in the low 60s with mild overnight clouds, but the mercury is pushing into the mid-70s by midday. Winds are coming out of the southwest at a steady 8 to 12 mph, which is just enough to get those shallow water predators comfortable and push baitfish along the leeward shorelines and po...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Today’s sunrise was bright and early at 5:13 AM, and you can expect sunset to roll in at 8:39 PM. No tides to worry about here, just classic Wisconsin freshwater action. Weather’s looking prime for fishing—temps sitting comfortably in the mid-70s, light winds out of the southwest, and barometers steady. Water clarity is fair in most areas, and the surface temp is coming in around 76°F, giving the fish plenty of energy to move around.

On the bite front, the wal...

Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Friday, June 20th, 2025.

First light kissed the water at 5:12 AM, with sunset coming in at 8:41 PM—plenty of daylight to wet a line and chase your favorite species. We’ve got a classic early summer day shaping up: overnight clouds held temps in the low 60s, but expect it to warm quickly to the mid-70s by midday. Winds are out of the southwest at a steady 8 to 12 mph, just enough ripple to get the walleyes comfortable near structure and stir up those shallows for...

Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago Fishing Report for Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

It’s shaping up to be another picture-perfect mid-June day around Bago. Sunrise was at 5:12 AM with sunset coming at 8:39 PM, giving you a long window to wet a line. Expect highs in the upper 70s, a gentle southwest breeze, and fair skies. Water temps are running low to mid 70s—great for getting fish on the chew, especially at dawn and dusk when activity spikes.

The walleye bite remains the talk of the lake. Locals and guides are still seeing consistent action, especially along the...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin, fishing report for Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 5:12 AM, with sunset rolling in at 8:39 PM. The June weather is sitting pretty today—highs in the upper 70s, mostly sunny skies, and just a light breeze out of the southwest. Water temps are prime, hovering in the low to mid-70s, which means fish are moving and feeding aggressively around dawn and dusk, so if you’re out early or plan to stay late, you’re in the strike zone.

Walleye are the talk of the lake right now. Recent...

Hello there, fellow anglers I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guide for all things fishing in and around Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin. Today, June 14th, 2025, we're anticipating a fantastic day on the water. The sun rose at 5:09 AM, and we're expecting a beautiful sunset around 8:40 PM. The weather is looking perfect, with highs in the upper 70s and a light breeze coming in from the southwest.

Lake Winnebago is known for its incredible walleye fishing, and right now, it's red hot. Anglers have been pulling in limits, with fish averaging between 14 to 18 inches. The reefs near Fond du Lac and...

Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to fishing expert here in Wisconsin. Today, June 13th, I've got the scoop on what's happening around Lake Winnebago. Let's dive right in!

First off, the weather is looking pretty sweet with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. The water temperature is around 76°F, which is perfect for getting those fish active. Sunrise was at about 5:15 AM, and we're expecting a sunset around 8:30 PM.

Now, I know some of you might be wondering about tides, but since we're in a freshwater lake, we don't have to worry about that. W...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin fishing report for June 11, 2025.

Sunrise this morning was at 5:12 AM, and sunset will roll in at 8:39 PM. We’ve got mild June weather—expect highs in the upper 70s, with a light southwest breeze and fair skies most of the day. Water temps are hanging in the low-to-mid 70s, prime for aggressive feeding windows throughout dawn and dusk.

First off, let’s talk walleye—the main event for most Winnebago anglers right now. As reported by Eye-Catching Guide Service and confirmed by local chatter, the walleye bite is red hot...

Artificial Lure with your June 11th, 2025 fishing report from beautiful Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin.

The early summer bite is on, and Lake Winnebago’s anglers are seeing strong action, especially for walleye, largemouth bass, and panfish. At sunrise today, you can expect the sky to brighten around 5:11 AM, with sunset winding things down about 8:36 PM. We’ve got mild, early summer weather on tap—temps in the mid-70s, a soft southwesterly breeze, and just enough cloud cover to keep the fish comfortable and active. There are no tidal swings here on the big lake, but wind direction always plays...

Artificial Lure here with your June 7, 2025 fishing report for Lake Winnebago and the surrounding waters. Let’s get right into what’s happening on Bago and where your best chances are to put some fish in the boat today.

We’re waking up to comfortable June temps, with water hovering right around 76 degrees. Winds are light, skies partly cloudy, and there’s a hint of rain possible by late afternoon—classic early summer fishing weather. Sunrise hit at 5:13am, and sunset’s at 8:36pm, giving you a long window to work those lines.

The walleye bite is still on...

# Lake Winnebago Fishing Report - June 6, 2025

Howdy, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for this beautiful Friday morning.

Summer is hitting its stride on Bago, and let me tell you, the fishing is hotter than a frying pan at a fish fry! Water temp is sitting at a comfortable 76 degrees, and the walleye aren't minding one bit. In fact, the walleye bite has been absolutely on fire lately and should keep improving as we head toward July.

Sunrise was at 5:12 AM with sunset expected at 8:33 PM, giving you plenty of...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin fishing report for Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

We rolled into June with some picture-perfect fishing conditions, but also a little challenge from Mother Nature. Sunrise hit at 5:14 AM today, with sunset set for 8:33 PM, giving us long daylight for chasing fish. According to Lake-Link, surface water temps are holding steady in the mid-70s, and the lake fly hatch is wrapping up, so you’ll want to keep that in mind when picking your baits.

Weatherwise, we’re looking at mild temperatures today—low 60s at dawn, pushing into the upper...

Howdy, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for this fine Sunday, June 1st, 2025.

## Current Conditions

The mayfly hatch has been pretty heavy these past few days, including this morning, so be prepared for that if you're heading out. The good news? The walleye don't seem to mind one bit! The bite on Winnebago has been on fire recently and should continue improving as we move toward July.

## What's Biting

Walleye are the stars of the show right now, with most catches in the 12-to-23-inch range. The lake...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you your May 31, 2025, Lake Winnebago fishing report.

The weather’s shaping up just right—temps have leveled out since that cold front last week. Expect a mild day with a gentle breeze, making for comfortable fishing conditions and enough chop to put the fish in a feeding mood. Sunrise hit at 5:31 AM and sunset will stretch to 8:18 PM, giving us a solid window for both early and late bites. No need to worry about tides on Winnebago, but water temps are holding strong in the low to mid-60s, which has...

Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Friday, May 30th, 2025. The sun crested the horizon at 5:31 this morning and you’ll have until sunset at 8:18 PM to get your lines wet. Weather today is looking just about perfect—mild temps and manageable winds after last week’s cold front, which has fired up the fish across the system. No tides to worry about on Winnebago, just water levels influenced by wind and recent rains.

Walleye action continues strong, especially along the east shore and those classic south-end reefs. The bite’s best from early morning through...

Hey there, anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Wednesday, May 28th, 2025.

We're looking at a beautiful late-May day on the big lake today. Expect temperatures starting in the low 50s this morning, climbing into the low 70s by afternoon with partly cloudy skies. There's a light easterly breeze of 5-8 mph - just enough to create a nice drift but not enough to churn up the water too much. Sunrise was at 5:19 am, and we'll have sunset at 8:29 pm, giving you plenty of daylight for fishing. No need to worry about tides...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Monday, May 26th, 2025. Happy Memorial Day to all you anglers out there!

Weather today is shaping up beautifully with temperatures starting around 55 degrees this morning and climbing to the mid-70s by afternoon. We're looking at partly cloudy skies with a light westerly breeze at 6-10 mph – just enough to create a nice ripple on the water without making boat control difficult. Sunrise was at 5:28 am, with sunset expected at 8:19 pm, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get those lines wet. No tides to wo...

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, May 25th Lake Winnebago fishing report. We’ve got a solid stretch of late-spring action in the Fox Valley, and everything points toward a fantastic day on the water.

Sunrise hit at about 5:31 am, and you’ll have daylight until roughly 8:18 pm. Weather’s shaping up nicely for Memorial Day weekend: look for mild temps climbing into the mid-60s to low 70s, light winds, and only patchy clouds. There’s no tide on Winnebago, but fish are moving with the warming water and stable barometer.

The walleye...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Saturday, May 24, 2025.

The sun rose bright and early at around 5:31 this morning, and you’ll have until about 8:18 tonight before it sets—plenty of daylight to chase your favorite species. Weather today is looking favorable, especially now that we’re past that cold front earlier in the week. Temps are mild and the wind is decent, which should keep fish active all day.

Walleye fishing has really picked up over the past few days. Most folks are finding solid numbers along the east s...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Friday, May 23rd, 2025.

Weather today is shaping up nicely with temperatures starting in the low 50s this morning and climbing to around 70 by afternoon. We've got a light easterly breeze at 5-8 mph, which should create just enough ripple on the water without making boat control too difficult. Sunrise was at 5:29 am, with sunset expected at 8:17 pm, giving you plenty of daylight hours to get those lines wet. No tides to worry about on our inland lake here, and water temps have climbed into the...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Wednesday, May 21st, 2025.

Folks, we're looking at a typical late May day here on the big lake. Sunrise came at about 5:25 am, and we'll see sunset around 8:20 pm, giving you plenty of daylight for fishing. Weather-wise, expect temperatures climbing into the low 70s by afternoon with a light breeze from the southwest - perfect conditions to be out on the water.

Now, I gotta warn ya - the lake fly hatch has been pretty intense these last few days according to locals in...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Monday, May 19th, 2025.

Folks, we're looking at a beautiful late spring day here in east-central Wisconsin. The sun rose at about 5:35 AM and will set around 8:10 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get those lines wet. No tidal concerns on our inland lake, of course, but the weather is shaping up nicely with temperatures expected to climb into the mid-60s by afternoon with light winds.

The walleye bite has really heated up over the past week. According to what I'm seeing...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Sunday, May 18th, 2025. If you’re out on the water around Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, or up by Menasha, it’s shaping up to be another strong mid-May bite.

Weather this morning started off cool in the mid-40s, but expect a steady warm-up to the low 60s by mid-afternoon. There’s a light southwest breeze today—just right for a comfortable drift. Sunrise was at 5:35 a.m. and sunset will be around 8:10 p.m., so you’ve got a long window for fishing[4][5]. No tides to worry abou...

Good morning, fellow anglers! This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Saturday, May 17th, 2025.

The day is just getting started here in east-central Wisconsin with sunrise at about 5:32 am, and we'll have plenty of daylight until sunset around 8:15 pm. Being an inland lake, there's no tidal action to worry about on Winnebago, but that steady warming trend we've been experiencing has really got the fish active and hungry.

Water temperatures have been gradually warming since early May, creating ideal conditions for multiple species. The fishing activity across Lake Winnebago has...

This is Artificial Lure bringing you the Friday, May 16th, 2025 fishing report for Lake Winnebago and the surrounding area.

Sunrise kicked off at 5:34 AM this morning and sunset will be around 8:15 PM. We have a solid stretch of daylight for anglers, and the weather is shaping up to be a true mid-May classic: cool in the morning but warming comfortably into the mid-60s by afternoon. Expect patchy clouds and a light southwest breeze, making for perfect conditions to be out on the water. No tides to worry about on Winnebago, but fish activity is high with the...

Good morning, fellow anglers! This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.

Sunrise came at about 5:31 AM this morning, and we'll see sunset around 8:18 PM tonight, giving us plenty of daylight hours to enjoy on the water. Weather-wise, we're looking at a decent day for fishing, so get out there if you can!

The walleye bite has remained strong since earlier this week, especially during the early morning and evening hours. They've been responding well to jigs tipped with minnows in 15-20 foot depths. The eastern shoreline continues...

Good morning, fellow anglers! This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Monday, May 12th, 2025.

Sunrise came at 5:34 AM this morning, and we'll see sunset at about 8:15 PM tonight, giving us plenty of daylight hours on the water.

The walleye bite has been picking up nicely since yesterday, especially in the early morning hours. Based on yesterday's report, they're responding well to jigs tipped with minnows in the 15-20 foot depths, particularly along the eastern shoreline. Several anglers reported limits by mid-morning.

Bass fishing has been absolutely fantastic lately...

This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for May 11th, 2025. Sunrise came at 5:35 am and sunset will be around 8:10 pm. There's no tidal influence on the lake, so water movement is mostly wind-driven today. Early morning started cool and calm, but we're warming steadily into the upper 60s by midday, with a light breeze from the west. Water temps are holding in the upper 50s to low 60s.

Fishing activity is picking up fast as we move further into spring. Walleyes have been especially hot lately, with folks reporting strong numbers this past...

This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Saturday, May 10, 2025. We’re heading into another prime weekend for anglers in East Central Wisconsin.

The weather this morning started in the upper 40s, with temps quickly climbing into the mid-60s by afternoon. Skies are mostly clear and winds are light, so conditions on the lake are excellent for boating and shore fishing. Sunrise was at 5:42 AM and sunset will be at 8:05 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight to work with today. No tides to worry about here on Winnebago, but water temperatures are holding stea...

This is Artificial Lure checking in on Friday, May 9th, 2025, with your up-to-the-minute Lake Winnebago fishing report. We’ve had a good run of stable spring weather lately, which has really lit up the action across Winnebago and the surrounding waters. Today’s sunrise hit at 5:35 AM with sunset expected around 8:08 PM, giving you a nice, long window to get after it.

Weather’s been mild, hanging in the mid-50s to low 60s, and the water temps are right in the sweet spot—upper 50s to low 60s—putting most species in a post-spawn pattern. There’s no tidal swi...

Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

We're experiencing a beautiful early May morning out here on Lake Winnebago, with temperatures starting in the upper 40s and expected to climb into the mid-60s later today. Sunrise was at 5:42 AM, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 8:05 PM, giving you plenty of time on the water. Winds are light today, making for excellent fishing conditions. Lake Winnebago doesn't have tides, but water temperatures continue to rise, sitting in the mid-50s now, which has really activated the gamefish.
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