How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Racine, United States ? Today is a excellent day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Racine, Wisconsin centers on the productive waters of Lake Michigan and the Root River, drawing anglers for trophy salmon, trout, and warmwater species. With a deep-water harbor, piers, and a nationally known fall salmon run, Racine offers year-round fishing opportunities for shore and boat anglers alike. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:368,226 kmProximity:88 %
Moon Phases for Racine
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major Time:01:52 am - 03:52 am
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minor Time:06:51 am - 08:51 am
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major Time:02:32 pm - 04:32 pm
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minor Time:10:13 pm - 12:13 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
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Fishing Overview Racine
Racine, Wisconsin offers big-water Lake Michigan fishing with the accessibility of a small harbor town. The combination of Racine Harbor, the Root River, and nearby nearshore structure produces consistent action for salmon, trout, and a mix of warmwater species. Anglers can fish from boats, piers, breakwalls, and riverbanks, making Racine a versatile destination for both seasoned trollers and casual shoreline fishermen.
Spring fishing in Racine kicks off as Lake Michigan begins to warm and baitfish move in tight. Coho salmon and brown trout are prime targets, with trollers running planer boards and downriggers just outside the harbor gaps and along contour lines north and south of Racine. Thin trolling spoons, small dodger-fly combos, and stickbaits in orange, chartreuse, and UV patterns are reliable. Shore anglers do well casting spoons and crankbaits from the piers and breakwalls when water temperatures are in the 40s and low 50s, especially on overcast days with a light chop.
Summer brings stable trolling patterns and mixed-bag action. Chinook salmon, lake trout, steelhead, and coho spread across deeper water; most Racine captains focus on 80–240 feet of water depending on temperature breaks. Run a spread that covers the column: downriggers near bait marks, wire or copper lines out the sides, and leadcore or weighted steel for suspended fish. Glow spoons at first light, followed by flasher-fly and meat rigs as the sun climbs, produce consistently. Inside the harbor and along the lakefront, anglers can also find smallmouth bass, perch, and panfish by targeting riprap, docks, and weed edges with live minnows, tube jigs, and slip-float rigs.
Fall is when Racine becomes a destination for shore-bound salmon and trout anglers. Chinook and coho stage off the harbor and then push into the Root River, followed by brown trout and steelhead. Casting medium-heavy spinning gear with spoons, spinners, and crankbaits at the harbor mouth and river mouth early and late in the day is effective. In the river itself, anglers focus on deeper pools, current seams, and gravel runs; drift fishing spawn sacs, beads, and hair jigs under floats is the dominant approach. Cover water methodically, making repeated drifts through each prime lane before moving.
Winter fishing in Racine centers on harbor and river opportunities. When conditions allow, shoreline anglers work the warmest available water for brown trout and steelhead using slow-rolled marabou jigs, spawn sacs, and live minnows. Ice conditions on the main lake are often unreliable, so many anglers stay mobile and focus on open-water pockets, harbor corners, and slower Root River stretches where fish concentrate in slightly deeper, softer water.
Across seasons, success in Racine comes down to tracking water temperature, clarity, and wind direction. East and northeast winds can cool nearshore water and push bait and salmon closer to the harbor, while prolonged warm, clear periods may push fish deeper and call for subtler presentations and longer leaders. Use electronics to find bait and temperature breaks offshore, and pay attention to bird activity and surface slicks near the harbor. Whether you’re trolling at dawn or drifting the Root River at midday, staying flexible with depth, speed, and lure color is the key to consistent fishing in Racine.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Racine area
Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 1 beaches and bays in this area.
Runaway Bay - 25.88686389414km
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 3 main harbours in this area.
Pugh's Peerless Marina - 1.46638939267km, Villa Marina Docks - 15.32554242908km, North Point Marina - 26.4084796188km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Racine. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Pugh's Peerless Marina - 1.46638939267km , Horlicks 3WR1874 Dam - 4.49154173285km , Hoods Creek - 8.58275245901km , Pike River - 13.45435173137km , Villa Marina Docks - 15.32554242908km , Husher Creek - 16.96895071197km , Lincoln Park Pond - 17.64185414915km , Oak Creek - 20.57326281598km , River Oaks Lake - 23.33996898677km , Root River - 23.88950468609km , Jerome Creek - 24.88110768987km , Brighton Creek - 25.14341937536km , Mills Ponds - 25.67019625388km , Runaway Bay - 25.88686389414km , North Point Marina - 26.4084796188km , Friendship Lake - 26.5491949612km , Pleasant Lake - 26.57499673148km , Koepmier Lake - 28.02394375226km , Bur Oak Lake - 28.09993222935km , Dale Creek - 28.64260629613km , Salem Branch - 28.64406318193km , Juniper Lake - 28.92192881829km , Kellogg Creek - 29.09757436757km , Dumkes Lake - 29.20141581199km , Bong Recreation Area 8 Dam - 29.39591556951km , Whitnall Park Pond - 30.14004427276km , Texas Rock - 30.34727266278km , Mud Turtle Pond - 30.34791372629km , League Lake - 30.44567094258km , Paulin Pond - 30.46641947126km , George Lake - 30.4982719275km , Bullfrog Pond - 30.57253439322km , Bass Pond - 30.69269368864km , Sterling Lake - 30.74706343607km , Wind Lake 3WR822 Dam - 30.95256639233km , Paddock Lake - 31.14377378547km , Montgomery Lake - 31.55521792817km , Barber Pond - 31.57810296303km , Hooker Lake - 32.00965004643km , Paasch Lake - 32.26632958833km
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