08/29/2026
Onshore-Offshore Magazine
FISH FORECAST: September 2026
As cooler weather approaches, bay activity will begin to increase.
Snook will start moving back onto the flats and into cuts along the mangroves. Depending on water temperatures, Mackerel may return from the Skyway and move back into the Humps inside the bay, often with Cobia close behind.
The Mangrove Snapper bite is expected to slow somewhat; however, larger fish can still be found around deepwater rocky areas and ledges.
Flounder activity should improve and quality Trout can be targeted in deeper seabed areas with steady current flow.
Redfish will remain a primary target and while their exact timing and location are never guaranteed, they typically arrive in September and provide excellent action.
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Captain Sergio Atanes fishes the Florida waters, specializing in and around the West Coast of Florida and Tampa Bay. His show, Fishing Adventures Florida, is about two captains sharing their knowledge and experience of the local waters...encouraging others to share in their love of what the outdoors has to offer. Their goal is to educate, entertain and share the experience of fishing opportunities in the area.