The Florida Keys
Islamorada Fishing Weather & Tides
The self-proclaimed Sportfishing Capital of the World.
Today on the water
Saturday, July 18Right now it's 85°F and clear at Islamorada, with wind SE 13 mph. The forecast high is 86° with a 3% chance of rain.
Today's tides
- High tide2:20 AM (0.5 ft)
- Low tide9:08 AM (0.1 ft)
- High tide2:19 PM (0.7 ft)
- Low tide9:54 PM (0.1 ft)
Sun
- Sunrise6:43 AM
- Sunset8:13 PM
- UV index8
Fishing Islamorada
Islamorada earns its 'Sportfishing Capital' billing with a rare combination: world-class bonefish, permit, and tarpon on the flats, a healthy reef full of snapper, and quick access to the Gulf Stream for sailfish and mahi. The famous backcountry basins and channels hold tarpon nearly year-round. It's the flats-fishing heart of the Keys.
Target species
- Bonefish
- Permit
- Tarpon
- Sailfish
Local tip: Tailing bonefish and permit favor a moving tide over the flats on calm, clear mornings.
Islamorada fishing & weather FAQ
- What are the tides in Islamorada today?
- Islamorada's tide predictions come from the NOAA CO-OPS station at Islamorada, Upper Matecumbe Key. Today's high and low tide times are shown above and update through the day on the live dashboard.
- What fish can you catch at Islamorada?
- Islamorada is known for Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, and more. The mix shifts with the season, water temperature, and tide — check the live conditions before you run.
- What's the best weather app for fishing Islamorada?
- Salty Forecast is built for exactly this stretch of coast — it combines tides for the backcountry & Hawk Channel, wind and gust forecasts, water temperature from nearby NOAA buoys, live radar, and offshore swell in one clean, free view aimed at anglers.
- Is the wind good for fishing Islamorada right now?
- Wind direction and speed make or break a day on the water. The live Salty Forecast dashboard shows current wind and gusts, an hourly wind forecast, and an animated wind map so you can pick the calmest window and the most protected water.
Nearby spots
Tides from NOAA CO-OPS (Islamorada, Upper Matecumbe Key). Forecast from Open-Meteo. Salty Forecast is a free hyperlocal weather app built for anglers — species and local notes are general guidance, not fishing advice. Always check current conditions and regulations before heading out.