Tides, Weather, and Fishing Forecast for Florida Keys and Miami on January 24, 2025

For Friday, January 24, 2025, if you're planning to hit the waters of the Florida Keys and Miami, here's what you need to know. ### Tides and Weather Today, the tides in North Miami are as follows: high tide at 4:05 AM and 3:56 PM, with low tides at 10:06 AM and 10:18 PM. The tidal coefficient is high, indicating significant tidal movements, which can affect fish behavior[2][5]. Sunrise is at 7:07 AM, and sunset will be at 5:58 PM. Keep an eye on the weather, as cold fronts can kick up the seas, but this is also when the bite can get hot. ### Fish Activity This time of year, the fish are active despite the cooler weather. In the Palm Beach and Broward areas, as well as in the Upper Keys, the selfish (likely a typo for 'silverfish' or more accurately, 'selphish' is not common, so it might mean 'selfish' as in aggressive fish like kingfish or mackerel) are plentiful. Kingfish are feeding just off the reef, and using live goggle eyes or spoons can be highly effective[1]. ### Best Spots and Lures For kingfish, troll around the reef line with spoons or rig Balo, or drift with live bait. Wahoo and Spanish mackerel are also in the area. Look for color changes in the water where the green meets the blue, as this is where bait congregates and so do the fish. Use rig Balo, live baits on the surface, or a kite if you have one[1]. ### Inshore Fishing In the flats, redfish and pla drum are active, especially on warmer days. Use live bait like big live shrimp or pilchards. Snook are near the shoreline, preparing to head inland for the winter but still active on warmer days. Bonefish, though affected by past freezes, are now thriving in the Keys, particularly in the lower keys. Look for them in shallow flats, especially during low water[1][3]. ### Offshore Action Offshore, you can find blackfin tuna and a few mahi-mahi, though they are not as abundant this time of year. Focus on areas like the finger channels, where mangrove snappers, mackerels, and mutton snappers can be caught. Chumming in these areas can attract a variety of fish[1]. ### Hot Spots - **Upper Keys Reef**: Great for kingfish and wahoo. - **Biscayne Bay**: Excellent for mutton snappers and grouper. - **Flats near Key West**: Ideal for bonefish and redfish. Remember to check the weather and navigate carefully, especially in shallow areas. With the right bait and lures, you're set for a productive day of fishing in the Florida Keys and Miami. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.