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Mid-Atlantic Forecast

Weekly fishing intelligence for Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina

Water Temp

76°F

Air Temp

76°F

Report Date

2026-06-10

This Week's Outlook

Water temps are sitting at 76F across the Mid-Atlantic region this summer, creating comfortable conditions. Striped Bass and Largemouth Bass fishing looks strong this week with air temps around 76F. Focus on early morning and late evening windows for the best action.

Species Breakdown

Striped Bass

High
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Lure: Live Herring/Shad (bold natural colors with some chartreuse or orange accents, 6-8")

Striped Bass are responding well to Live Herring/Shad fished with a moderate to fast. Follow the baitfish schools and stripers will be nearby

Largemouth Bass

High
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Technique: Texas Rig
Lure: Soft Plastic Worm (bold natural colors with some chartreuse or orange accents, 7")

Largemouth Bass are responding well to Soft Plastic Worm fished with a moderate to fast. Target deeper cover and shade

Blue Catfish

High
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Technique: Bottom Fishing
Lure: Fresh Cut Shad (bold natural colors with some chartreuse or orange accents, 4-6" fillet)

Blue Catfish are responding well to Fresh Cut Shad fished with a moderate to fast. Fish deeper holes and channels; night fishing is productive

Redfish

High
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Lure: Live Shrimp (bold natural colors with some chartreuse or orange accents, medium)

Redfish are responding well to Live Shrimp fished with a moderate to fast. Look for tailing redfish on shallow grass flats during low tide

What's Working Now

  • Striped Bass: Live Bait Fishing with Live Herring/Shad
  • Largemouth Bass: Texas Rig with Soft Plastic Worm
  • Blue Catfish: Bottom Fishing with Fresh Cut Shad
  • Redfish: Live Bait Fishing with Live 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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