Summer heat has definitely raised the water temperature. Early morning and late evening fishing has been the most productive. Middle of the day and early afternoon temperatures have caused the fish to become lethargic and not eat as well. Snook are still cooperating the most for inshore species. Although numbers are starting to diminish as the large females have begun to spawn. A lot of smaller males are still congregating along the beaches and in the passes. Bait has been a little more difficult to catch, but if you are able to get sardines, the smaller snook are chasing them. The bigger fish are eating grunts and pinfish caught in bait traps or bought from the local bait stores. Redfish have remained the same over the last couple of weeks. A handful of fish are being caught with patience and effort. The fall months are definitely more productive for redfish in north Pinellas. Tarpon have also thinned along the beaches and around the passes. Typically, there is one more push of fish moving from the north back to the south. But weather conditions have to be favorable. East wind patterns makes it much easier to sight tarpon. As August approaches fishing can slow a bit. An early start around sunrise is the best bet to get the most action.
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