Gulf Coast Inshore Forecast
Weekly fishing intelligence for Florida, Louisiana, Texas
Water Temp
83°F
Air Temp
82°F
Report Date
2026-09-10
This Week's Outlook
Water temps are sitting at 83F across the Gulf Coast Inshore region this fall, creating warm conditions. Redfish and Speckled Trout fishing looks strong this week with air temps around 82F. Focus on early morning and late evening windows for the best action.
Species Breakdown
Redfish
HighRedfish are responding well to Live Shrimp fished with a moderate to fast. Look for tailing redfish on shallow grass flats during low tide
Speckled Trout
HighSpeckled Trout are responding well to Live Shrimp Under Popping Cork fished with a moderate to fast. Pop a cork to attract speckled trout with the commotion
Snook
HighSnook are responding well to Live Pilchard fished with a moderate to fast. Snook are ambush feeders that stage around structure and current
Flounder
HighFlounder are responding well to Live Mud Minnow / Shrimp fished with a moderate to fast. Fish feed aggressively before winter — upgrade bait size
What's Working Now
- Redfish: Live Bait Fishing with Live Shrimp
- Speckled Trout: Live Bait Fishing with Live Shrimp Under Popping Cork
- Snook: Live Bait Fishing with Live Pilchard
- Flounder: Bottom Fishing with Live Mud Minnow / Shrimp
Tip of the Week
Match your presentation speed to the water temperature. Colder water means slower retrieves, warmer water lets you cover water faster.
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