Winter Fishing on the Hudson: Striped Bass, Bluefish, and More in the New York City Area

Today, January 2, 2025, the Hudson River around New York City is offering some promising fishing conditions despite the winter chill. Here’s a rundown of what you can expect: ### Tidal Report As of today, the tidal schedule shows a high tide at 4:15 AM with a height of 3.56 feet, followed by a low tide at 10:40 AM with a height of -0.13 feet. The next high tide will be at 4:23 PM with a height of 4.46 feet, and the final low tide of the day will be at 11:25 PM with a height of -0.41 feet[2]. ### Weather The weather is expected to be cloudy with periods of light rain later in the day, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s to around 48°F. Winds will be moderate, blowing at 10 to 20 mph from the southwest[4]. ### Sunrise and Sunset Sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset will be at 4:34 PM. ### Fish Activity Given the tidal and weather conditions, the fish activity is likely to be moderate. Yesterday, anglers in the upper and lower sections of the Hudson River reported catching various species. In the brackish waters around New York City, Striped Bass and Bluefish are common catches during this time of year, although their populations are thinner in winter. ### Types of Fish Caught Yesterday, there were reports of catching Striped Bass, particularly in the lower sections of the river. Bluefish, though less common in winter, can still be found in some areas. Additionally, Catfish and Walleye are present in the river and can be targeted in the deeper sections and tributaries[1]. ### Best Lures and Bait For Striped Bass, using lures like plugs and spoons can be effective. For Bluefish, metal jigs and spoons work well. If you're targeting Catfish, nightcrawlers and chicken livers are good bait. For Walleye, try using jigs tipped with minnows or leeches[1][3]. ### Hot Spots One of the best spots to fish for Bluefish and Striped Bass is around Croton Point, especially during their migration periods. For Catfish, the Wallkill River and Rondout Creek tributaries are highly recommended. If you prefer to fish from the banks, early morning or late evening are the best times to catch Catfish as they move to shallower waters to feed[1]. Overall, the Hudson River offers a diverse fishing experience even in the winter months. Just be sure to check the local fishing regulations and respect the open and closed seasons for different species. Happy fishing This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.