Follow warm currents
Temperature breaks and moving bait can bring pelagic fish within reach.
The worldwide fishing calendar
There is always
There is always
something in season.
From Atlantic tuna runs to tropical billfish grounds, use this guide to match your travel dates with promising sea fishing around the world.
18 countries12 months covered30+ target species
Start with the conditions
The best month depends on what you want to catch.
Sea temperature, currents, bait movement and spawning cycles all influence where fish gather. A destination can offer rewarding fishing year-round, but the character of the trip—and the species most likely to be encountered—changes with the season.
Use these windows as a planning starting point. Your skipper is the best source for current local conditions.
Respect the weather
A peak species month is only useful when sea conditions suit your group.
Ask a local skipper
Recent catches and local knowledge matter more than any fixed calendar.
Month by month
Where could you fish?
Select a month to reveal countries in our directory with particularly worthwhile seasonal opportunities.
Sep–May
South Pacific
Australia
Tropical big-game grounds meet productive temperate reefs across a vast coastline.
- Black marlin
- Snapper
- Kingfish
- Southern bluefin
Oct–Jun
Caribbean
Bahamas
The drier months bring celebrated flats, reef and blue-water fishing.
- Blue marlin
- Mahi-mahi
- Wahoo
- Bonefish
Sep–Mar
South Atlantic
Brazil
Warm Atlantic water supports varied inshore and offshore sport fishing.
- Blue marlin
- Sailfish
- Dorado
- Yellowfin tuna
May–Oct
North America
Canada
Long summer days open up Pacific and Atlantic coastal fisheries.
- Salmon
- Halibut
- Tuna
- Lingcod
Nov–Aug
Central America
Costa Rica
Pacific and Caribbean coasts offer distinct billfish and inshore seasons.
- Sailfish
- Roosterfish
- Yellowfin tuna
- Marlin
Apr–Oct
British Isles
England
Warmer months bring active reef, wreck and offshore fishing around the coast.
- Bass
- Cod
- Mackerel
- Pollock
Apr–Sep
North Atlantic
Iceland
Long daylight hours favour trips to productive banks and deep-water marks.
- Cod
- Halibut
- Pollock
- Haddock
Apr–Oct
North Atlantic
Ireland
Atlantic reefs, bays and offshore grounds come alive through the warmer half of the year.
- Pollock
- Tope
- Blue shark
- Tuna
Apr–Oct
Channel Islands
Jersey
Tidal reefs and warmer summer water create varied light-tackle opportunities.
- Bass
- Bream
- Pollock
- Tope
Nov–Aug
Central America
Mexico
Different coasts deliver year-round variety with strong billfish and inshore windows.
- Striped marlin
- Roosterfish
- Dorado
- Yellowfin tuna
Oct–May
South Atlantic
Namibia
The cool Benguela Current supports distinctive coastal and offshore fishing.
- Bronze whaler
- Kabeljou
- Galjoen
- Snoek
Oct–May
South Pacific
New Zealand
Southern summer suits everything from snapper trips to offshore game fishing.
- Kingfish
- Snapper
- Striped marlin
- Bluefin tuna
Apr–Oct
North Atlantic
Norway
Long days provide access to fjords, reefs and prolific northern banks.
- Cod
- Halibut
- Coalfish
- Wolffish
Apr–Oct
British Isles
Scotland
Sea lochs, reefs and exposed Atlantic marks offer rewarding summer fishing.
- Pollock
- Cod
- Skate
- Mackerel
Oct–May
Southern Africa
South Africa
Two oceans create unusually varied game, reef and shark fishing.
- Yellowfin tuna
- Dorado
- Marlin
- Yellowtail
Nov–Apr
Southeast Asia
Thailand
The drier season generally brings calmer conditions for tropical island fishing.
- Giant trevally
- Sailfish
- Dogtooth tuna
- Barracuda
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Year-round
North America
United States
From Florida to Alaska, regional seasons create fishing opportunities in every month.
- Tarpon
- Tuna
- Salmon
- Marlin
Apr–Oct
British Isles
Wales
Rocky coasts, tidal channels and Cardigan Bay offer varied warm-season trips.
- Bass
- Tope
- Pollock
- Mackerel
No highlighted regions are listed for this month. Ask a local skipper about year-round opportunities.
At a glance
A year on the water.
When one season slows, another begins elsewhere. Think globally and you can build a fishing trip around almost any travel window.
Explore destinationsJanuary–March
Go tropical
Look towards the Caribbean, Central America, the Indian Ocean and southern summer waters.
April–June
Spring migration
Northern destinations gather momentum as Mediterranean and Atlantic waters warm.
July–September
Northern peak
Long days favour northern Europe, while pelagic fishing builds across many temperate coasts.
October–December
Turn south again
Autumn transitions lead back towards tropical dry seasons and the southern hemisphere.
Before you book
Plan for a great day, not just one species.
Check sea conditions
Ask about typical wind, swell and journey time to the fishing grounds—especially for younger or first-time guests.
Know the local rules
Licences, closed seasons, size limits and catch-and-release rules vary. Confirm them with your operator before departure.
Keep targets flexible
Wild fish do not follow appointments. A skipper may recommend changing tactics when conditions or recent catches shift.
Pack for the latitude
Bring sun protection everywhere, plus warm layers and waterproofs for exposed or high-latitude trips.
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