Fishing Frenzy Awaits on Santee Cooper!
This week on the Santee Cooper lake system, anglers can expect mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures, perfect for a day on the water! With a mix of calm and slightly choppy conditions, fish are active, especially in the mornings and evenings. Target species like largemouth bass and bluegill are feeding aggressively, making it an exciting week for fishing enthusiasts. Don’t forget your sunscreen and tackle!
Weather and Water Conditions for Your Fishing Adventure
Sunday, June 21:
Daytime: Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 72. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
On the Water: Water temp 80°F. Water conditions calm with clarity of 5 feet. Sunrise 5:43 AM, sunset 8:35 PM.
Monday, June 22:
Daytime: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 102. Southwest wind 3 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
On the Water: Water temp 81°F. Water conditions slightly choppy with clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 5:43 AM, sunset 8:35 PM.
Tuesday, June 23:
Daytime: Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. West wind around 10 mph.
Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
On the Water: Water temp 82°F. Water conditions calm with clarity of 5 feet. Sunrise 5:43 AM, sunset 8:35 PM.
Wednesday, June 24:
Daytime: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91.
Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72.
On the Water: Water temp 81°F. Water conditions calm with clarity of 5 feet. Sunrise 5:43 AM, sunset 8:35 PM.
Thursday, June 25:
Daytime: A slight chance of rain showers before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
On the Water: Water temp 81°F. Water conditions slightly choppy with clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 5:43 AM, sunset 8:35 PM.
Friday, June 26:
Daytime: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
On the Water: Water temp 82°F. Water conditions choppy with clarity of 3 feet. Sunrise 5:43 AM, sunset 8:35 PM.
Saturday, June 27:
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 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75.
On the Water: Water temp 83°F. Water conditions calm with clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 5:43 AM, sunset 8:35 PM.
Best Species to Target this Week
Largemouth Bass
Fish for Largemouth Bass this week in 5-15 feet of water over a rocky bottom using a plastic worm. A slow retrieve with erratic action should encourage a strike at 8-10 feet.
Bluegill
Fish for Bluegill this week in 2-10 feet of water over a sandy bottom using a small jig. A fast retrieve with a popping action should encourage a strike at 5-7 feet.
Channel Catfish
Fish for Channel Catfish this week in 10-20 feet of water over a muddy bottom using cut bait. A slow retrieve with a steady action should encourage a strike at 15-18 feet.
Best Times to be on the Water This Week
Largemouth Bass
Due to warm temperatures and stable water conditions, Largemouth Bass will be actively feeding in the early morning and late afternoon. 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM will be the optimal time to target this species.
Bluegill
Due to the warm weather and feeding patterns, Bluegill will be active in the midday sun. 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM will be the optimal time to target this species.
Channel Catfish
Due to stable water levels and feeding activity, Channel Catfish will be more active at night. 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM will be the optimal time to target this species.