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Relaxed Retreat Weekly Fishing Report: May 25 – June 01, 2025

A Splash of Fun Awaits on the Water!

Get ready, anglers! This week on the Santee Cooper lake system, we’re in for a mix of weather, with chances of rain and thunderstorms keeping things interesting. Expect mostly cloudy skies and temperatures peaking around 86°F, creating a dynamic environment for fishing. The water conditions are fluctuating due to the recent rains, resulting in slightly murky water but with plenty of activity from targeting species like largemouth bass and bluegill. Best fishing times will be throughout the day, particularly early morning and late evening when the fish are most active. Grab your gear and let’s catch some fish!

Here’s Your Weather and Water Conditions for the Week!

Sunday, May 25:

Daytime: A chance of rain showers before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. East wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
On the Water: Water temp 72°F. Water conditions choppy with a clarity of 2 feet. Sunrise 6:03 AM, sunset 8:23 PM.

Monday, May 26:

Daytime: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. North wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Northeast wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
On the Water: Water temp 73°F. Water conditions slightly rough with a clarity of 2 feet. Sunrise 6:02 AM, sunset 8:24 PM.

Tuesday, May 27:

Daytime: A chance of rain showers before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. East wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
On the Water: Water temp 74°F. Water conditions rough with a clarity of 1.5 feet. Sunrise 6:02 AM, sunset 8:24 PM.

Wednesday, May 28:

Daytime: Rain showers likely before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
On the Water: Water temp 75°F. Water conditions rough with a clarity of 1.5 feet. Sunrise 6:01 AM, sunset 8:25 PM.

Thursday, May 29:

Daytime: A chance of rain showers before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
On the Water: Water temp 76°F. Water conditions calmer with a clarity of 2 feet. Sunrise 6:01 AM, sunset 8:25 PM.

Friday, May 30:

Daytime: A slight chance of rain showers between 8am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
On the Water: Water temp 77°F. Water conditions calmer with a clarity of 2.5 feet. Sunrise 6:00 AM, sunset 8:25 PM.

Saturday, May 31:

Daytime: A chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Night: A chance of rain showers before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62.
On the Water: Water temp 78°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 3 feet. Sunrise 6:00 AM, sunset 8:25 PM.

Catch of the Week: Top Species to Target!

Largemouth Bass

Fish for largemouth bass this week in 5-10 feet of water over a rocky bottom using a spinnerbait. A slow retrieve with erratic action should encourage a strike at 5-10 feet.

Bluegill

Fish for bluegill this week in 1-5 feet of water over a sandy bottom using a small jig. A steady retrieve with a popping action should encourage a strike at 1-5 feet.

Channel Catfish

Fish for channel catfish this week in 10-15 feet of water over a muddy bottom using cut bait. A slow retrieve with a dragging action should encourage a strike at 10-15 feet.

Optimal Fishing Times for This Week!

Largemouth Bass

Due to improving weather and stabilizing water conditions, largemouth bass will be actively feeding in the early morning and late evening. 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM will be the optimal time to target this species.

Bluegill

Due to consistent weather and warming water, bluegill will be shallow and feeding mid-day. 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM will be the optimal time to target this species.

Channel Catfish

Due to stabilizing water conditions, channel catfish will be active during the night. 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM will be the optimal time to target this species.

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