Today's Best Fishing & Tide Times for
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Planning your next fishing trip in San Diego, United States ? Today is a excellent day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, 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 Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
  • 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.

San Diego, California offers year‑round saltwater and freshwater fishing, from trophy offshore tuna to local bay halibut and surf perch. With prolific kelp forests, deep canyons just offshore, productive bays and reservoirs, San Diego is one of the West Coast’s premier fishing destinations for anglers of all skill levels. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near San Diego include: San Diego Bay, Ocean Beach Pier, Mission Bay, Oceanside Pier, Point Loma, La Jolla Shores, Shelter Island, Crystal Pier, Imperial Beach Pier, Lake Murray, etc. see full list

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 14:20 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
  • Moonrise:
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  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    1%
  • New Moon - 1% illuminated New Moon
Next Full Moon in ~14 days on 29th June
New Moon is generally a very productive time for fishing. Dark nights mean that many predators feed more actively during daylight hours. The combined gravity of sun and moon during New Moon days has a stronger effect on all water bodies, leads to increased food availabilty and hence better fishing.
  • Distance to earth:
    363,859 km
    Proximity:
    98.2 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for San Diego
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
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    12:34 pm - 02:34 pm
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    08:12 pm - 10:12 pm
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    11:57 pm - 01:57 am
All times are displayed in the America/Los_Angeles timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -7 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a New Moon at 1% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a excellent day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Today some bite times coincide with sunrise or sunset. Those will be particularly good times for fishing and are indicated by sun icons. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -3 hour and -3 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Los_Angeles • Mon, 15 Jun 18:08 • 32.716, -117.165

Tides Times for Fishing: Mon, 15 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is rising and the next high tide is in 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Tide Graph
04:38 am 11:12 am 03:44 pm 10:04 pm AM PM 7.58 ft -2.1 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
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Tide Time Height
low 04:38 am -2.1 ft
high 11:12 am 4.17 ft
low 03:44 pm 2.03 ft
high 10:04 pm 7.58 ft
Tide Coefficient at 11:12 am is 61
Tide Coefficient at 10:04 pm is 177
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
Selected Weather Station: San Diego, US
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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New Moon
low: , -1.9 ft
high: , 4.1 ft , Coeff: 59
low: , 1.97 ft
high: , 7.61 ft , Coeff: 178
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New Moon
low: , -2.1 ft
high: , 4.17 ft , Coeff: 61
low: , 2.03 ft
high: , 7.58 ft , Coeff: 177
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , -2.07 ft
high: , 4.2 ft , Coeff: 62
low: , 2.1 ft
high: , 7.32 ft , Coeff: 168
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Waxing Crescent
low: , -1.77 ft
high: , 4.3 ft , Coeff: 66
low: , 2.2 ft
high: , 6.76 ft , Coeff: 149
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Waxing Crescent
low: , -1.35 ft
high: , 4.4 ft , Coeff: 69
low: , 2.3 ft
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Waxing Crescent
high: , 6.04 ft , Coeff: 124
low: , -0.75 ft
high: , 4.59 ft , Coeff: 76
low: , 2.33 ft
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
high: , 5.18 ft , Coeff: 96
low: , -0.13 ft
high: , 4.82 ft , Coeff: 83
low: , 2.2 ft
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
high: , 4.36 ft , Coeff: 68
low: , 0.52 ft
high: , 5.12 ft , Coeff: 93
low: , 1.84 ft
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview San Diego

San Diego fishing revolves around a unique mix of Pacific Ocean structure, rich inshore bays, and well-managed freshwater lakes. The bite rarely stops, but understanding seasonal patterns and local habitats is the key to consistent success.

Offshore, the season typically ramps up in late spring as warm water pushes north. From June through October, boats running out of Mission Bay and San Diego Bay target bluefin tuna, yellowfin, dorado and yellowtail along offshore banks and temperature breaks. Heavy jigs like knife jigs and flat-fall style lures fished deep at night are a staple for bluefin, while fly‑lined sardines, colt snipers, and small poppers shine when fish are foaming on the surface. Watch your sonar and any bird life; in San Diego’s deep canyons, subtle temperature edges and bait marks often produce the biggest tuna.

Inshore coastal fishing is driven by kelp forests and hard bottom from Point Loma up the La Jolla coastline. Calico (kelp) bass, sand bass, barracuda, bonito and seasonal yellowtail all relate tightly to kelp edges and rocky high spots. A highly productive approach is to position the boat up‑current and cast swimbaits or leadhead plastics right to the kelp line, working them back with a steady, natural retrieve. Early morning and late afternoon are prime windows; fish pull deeper once the sun is high.

San Diego Bay itself is a year‑round playground for spotted bay bass, halibut, bonefish, shortfin corvina and croaker. Focus on man‑made structure: bridge pilings, marina docks, rock walls and channel edges. Light line, small swimbaits, and shrimp‑imitating soft plastics dragged slowly along the bottom produce consistent bites. Drift‑fishing live bait across channel drop‑offs is one of the most reliable ways to connect with legal‑size halibut.

Surf fishing from Imperial Beach to Oceanside offers accessible action without a boat. Barred surfperch, corbina, spotfin croaker and small halibut hold in troughs and rips close to shore. Target low‑light periods around a moving tide, and scout the beach first: darker, deeper sections and cuts in the bar generally hold more fish. Natural baits like sand crabs, ghost shrimp and clams rigged on light Carolina rigs excel, though small grubs and jerkbaits will also draw strikes.

San Diego’s freshwater lakes—such as Otay, Hodges, Miramar, Murray and El Capitan—support strong largemouth bass, catfish, crappie and seasonal trout fisheries. Spring pre‑spawn and spawn find bass tight to shallow cover, where jigs, Texas‑rigged worms and jerkbaits shine. In summer and early fall, look for offshore points and submerged structure and fish drop‑shot rigs, deep crankbaits or finesse presentations along breaklines. Night fishing for catfish with cut baits or stink baits near creek channels and rocky banks is especially productive in the warmer months.

To fish San Diego efficiently, match tackle to the specific zone you’re targeting, pay close attention to water temperature and clarity, and stay mobile. Whether you’re working bay structure, kelp edges, offshore banks or inland reservoirs, covering water and adjusting quickly to conditions is what consistently puts San Diego anglers on fish.

The Best Fishing Spots around San Diego

San Diego Bay

A sprawling urban bay with channels, flats, and marinas that hold spotted bay bass, halibut, sand bass, bonefish, and seasonal bonito and mackerel; boaters work channel edges and eelgrass while shore anglers score around piers and rock walls near Shelter Island, Harbor Island, and the Coronado waterfront.

Ocean Beach Pier

One of the West Coast’s longest piers, famous for wide-open catches of mackerel, bonito, barracuda (in warm water years), surfperch, croaker, and nighttime shovel nose guitarfish and bat rays; anglers fan out along T-head corners to reach deeper water and current seams with views toward Point Loma.

Mission Bay

A protected, maze-like bay ideal for kayaks and small boats targeting spotted bay bass, halibut, and corvina, with shore action for croaker and perch along beaches and marina rocks; productive areas include channels near Fiesta Island and the entrances by the jetty facing Pacific Beach.

Oceanside Pier

A classic North County pier drawing steady runs of mackerel and bonito, with halibut ambushing baitfish near pilings and sandy pockets; summer often brings barracuda, while the inshore section produces surfperch and yellowfin croaker with views of Oceanside Harbor.

Point Loma

The rugged headland and adjacent kelp line are renowned for boat action on calico bass, sheepshead, and yellowtail during warm spells, with productive hard-bottom and kelp edges; shore anglers work pockets near Sunset Cliffs for surfperch, rockfish, and occasional halibut.

La Jolla Shores

A broad sandy beach sloping to a submarine canyon that draws leopard sharks in summer, plus surfperch, corbina, and occasional halibut; anglers time low-light windows and baitfish movements, with kayak launches heading offshore toward La Jolla kelp lines.

Shelter Island

A central San Diego Bay shoreline with a popular fishing pier and launch facilities, producing steady catches of spotted bay bass, halibut, croaker, and mackerel; boats work drop-offs and marinas while pier anglers cast to current breaks with views of Harbor Island and downtown.

Crystal Pier

The landmark pier at Pacific Beach offers reliable action for surfperch, yellowfin croaker, and spotfin croaker in the shallows, with deeper sections turning up mackerel, bonito, and the occasional halibut; easy access and lively beach scene near Pacific Beach make it a favorite.

Imperial Beach Pier

Southernmost pier in the county, known for mackerel and summer bonito bites, plus sandy-bottom staples like croaker, surfperch, and halibut; anglers often work the pier head for schooling fish with sweeping views toward Coronado and the border.

Lake Murray

A convenient city lake favored for largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and seasonal trout; shoreline paths and rental boats make it accessible, and spring-through-fall bass fishing around reeds and points is a staple alternative to the salt of Mission Bay.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater San Diego area

Wharf's or Jetties are good places to wet a line and meet other fishermen. They often produce a fresh feed of fish and are also great to catch bait fish. As they are often well lit, they also provide a good opportunity for night fishing. There are 12 wharf(s) in this area.

Culvarwells Wharf (historical) - 0.85113442784km , Tuna Wharf - 1.06135131044km , Discovery Pier - 1.06216137292km , Navy Pier - 1.11997135926km , World Pier Terminal - 1.1236785023km , Embarcadero - 1.12721061497km , Fifth Street Wharf (historical) - 1.13305086782km , Coronado Ferry Wharf (historical) - 1.87010868311km , Pier Twentyeight - 3.99095064234km , Chollas Wharf - 4.10884553096km , Pier 39 - 6.57686820551km , Zuñiga Jetty - 6.71762744642km

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 8 beaches and bays in this area.

North San Diego Bay - 2.80567956542km , Glorietta Bay Marina - 3.90915222874km , Coronado City Beach - 4.05720740017km , Central Beach - 4.06845150777km , Glorietta Bay - 4.26421675456km , Coronado Shores Beach - 4.45013508807km , South San Diego Bay - 6.63352903688km , La Playa - 6.81287243717km

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 11 main harbours in this area.

South Embarcadero - 0.88514600726km, Tuna Harbor - 1.01533006896km, San Diego Harbor - 1.75913475541km, Seaplane Cove - 2.35825402528km, Glorietta Bay Marina - 3.90915222874km, Marina Cortez - 4.13899141698km, Shelter Island Marina - 5.68179046181km, Shelter Island Yacht Basin - 5.99682310402km, San Diego Yacht Club - 6.05227147461km, Kona Kai Marina - 6.34403860235km, Yacht Harbor - 6.93597307254km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby San Diego. 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.

Culvarwells Wharf (historical) - 0.85113442784km , South Embarcadero - 0.88514600726km , Tuna Harbor - 1.01533006896km , Tuna Wharf - 1.06135131044km , Discovery Pier - 1.06216137292km , Tuna Harbor - 1.11475344678km , Navy Pier - 1.11997135926km , World Pier Terminal - 1.1236785023km , Embarcadero - 1.12721061497km , Fifth Street Wharf (historical) - 1.13305086782km , San Diego Harbor - 1.75913475541km , Coronado Ferry Wharf (historical) - 1.87010868311km , Seaplane Cove - 2.35825402528km , North San Diego Bay - 2.80567956542km , Spanish Bight (historical) - 3.21595649875km , North Island - 3.82538259493km , Glorietta Bay Marina - 3.90915222874km , Pier Twentyeight - 3.99095064234km , Harbor Island - 4.05219992597km , Coronado City Beach - 4.05720740017km , Central Beach - 4.06845150777km , Chollas Wharf - 4.10884553096km , Marina Cortez - 4.13899141698km , Glorietta Bay - 4.26421675456km , Chollas Creek - 4.32495398309km , Coronado Shores Beach - 4.45013508807km , Shelter Island Marina - 5.68179046181km , Americas Cup Harbor - 5.69051734022km , Fisherman's Landing - 5.87038912532km , Shelter Island Yacht Basin - 5.99682310402km , San Diego Yacht Club - 6.05227147461km , Kona Kai Marina - 6.34403860235km , Shelter Island - 6.54802236898km , Pier 39 - 6.57686820551km , South San Diego Bay - 6.63352903688km , Zuñiga Jetty - 6.71762744642km , La Playa - 6.81287243717km , Yacht Harbor - 6.93597307254km , Zuniga Point - 6.98444242837km , Tecolote Creek - 7.27768229825km

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