Fish On! A Week of Sunshine and Showers Awaits!
Welcome to another exciting week on the Santee Cooper lake system! From June 14 to 21, we’re expecting a mix of hot sunny days and refreshing thunderstorms that will keep the fish biting. With daytime temperatures peaking at 98°F, expect warm water temperatures that will energize our target species. Largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish are all expected to be active, making for some fantastic fishing opportunities. Whether you’re casting near the shallows or trying your luck in deeper waters, the conditions are shaping up to be a blast this week! Don’t forget to check the weather before you head out, as the rain could bring some surprise bites!
Weather and Water Conditions: Prepare for a Wild Ride!
Sunday, June 14:
Daytime: A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 98. Heat index values as high as 104. Southwest wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Heat index values as high as 100. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
On the Water: Water temp rising, conditions rough with a clarity of 2 feet. Sunrise 6:12 AM, sunset 8:37 PM.
Monday, June 15:
Daytime: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. West wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. West wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
On the Water: Water temp steady, conditions calming with a clarity of 3 feet. Sunrise 6:12 AM, sunset 8:37 PM.
Tuesday, June 16:
Daytime: A chance of rain showers between 8am and 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. West wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
On the Water: Water temp dropping, conditions rough with a clarity of 1.5 feet. Sunrise 6:12 AM, sunset 8:37 PM.
Wednesday, June 17:
Daytime: A chance of rain showers before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
On the Water: Water temp stabilizing, conditions calming with a clarity of 2.5 feet. Sunrise 6:12 AM, sunset 8:37 PM.
Thursday, June 18:
Daytime: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95.
Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76.
On the Water: Water temp rising, conditions calm with a clarity of 3 feet. Sunrise 6:12 AM, sunset 8:37 PM.
Friday, June 19:
Daytime: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 93. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
On the Water: Water temp steady, conditions rough with a clarity of 2 feet. Sunrise 6:12 AM, sunset 8:37 PM.
Saturday, June 20:
Daytime: A chance of rain showers before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70.
On the Water: Water temp stabilizing, conditions calming with a clarity of 2.5 feet. Sunrise 6:12 AM, sunset 8:37 PM.
Best Species to Target this Week: Reel in the Big Ones!
Largemouth Bass
Fish for Largemouth Bass this week in 5 to 10 feet of water over a rocky bottom using a spinnerbait. A slow retrieve with erratic action should encourage a strike at 5 to 10 feet.
Bluegill
Fish for Bluegill this week in 2 to 5 feet of water over a sandy bottom using a small jig. A steady retrieve with popping action should encourage a strike at 2 to 5 feet.
Channel Catfish
Fish for Channel Catfish this week in 10 to 15 feet of water over a muddy bottom using cut bait. A slow drip retrieve with a subtle action should encourage a strike at 10 to 15 feet.
Best Times to Be on the Water This Week: Timing is Everything!
Largemouth Bass
Due to warming water temperatures and stable conditions, Largemouth Bass will be actively feeding in the early morning hours. 6 AM to 9 AM will be the optimal time to target this species.
Bluegill
Due to the sunny afternoons and stable clarity, Bluegill will be feeding in the shallows during mid-afternoon. 1 PM to 4 PM will be the optimal time to target this species.
Channel Catfish
Due to the cooler nighttime temperatures and consistent bait activity, Channel Catfish will be more active during the late evening hours. 8 PM to 10 PM will be the optimal time to target this species.