How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Aberaeron, United Kingdom ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar bite times, 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 bite times 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.
Aberaeron, on the Cardigan Bay coast of West Wales, offers varied sea fishing from the harbour walls, beaches and nearby rock marks. Anglers target bass, mackerel, mullet and rays through spring and summer, with codling, whiting and dogfish featuring in the colder months, making Aberaeron a versatile shore fishing destination. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:379,867 kmProximity:60.6 %
Moon Phases for Aberaeron
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major Time:05:09 am - 07:09 am
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minor Time:10:39 am - 12:39 pm
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major Time:05:49 pm - 07:49 pm
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minor Time:11:40 pm - 01:40 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.
Fishing Barometer
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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.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Aberaeron
Aberaeron sits in the middle of Cardigan Bay and gives shore anglers easy access to mixed ground, clean surf beaches and a productive harbour. The town’s stone piers, shingle beaches either side of the harbour and short walks to more broken ground provide year-round fishing without needing a boat.
Seasonal patterns are key around Aberaeron. From late April through September, mackerel and garfish work along the bay on calm, clear days, often within casting range from the harbour walls and nearby beaches. Summer also brings bass tight in over the surf, especially at dawn and dusk on a flooding tide, and wrasse, pollack and smaller species around any rough or rocky features. Autumn can be excellent for bass and rays as baitfish shoals peak and water stays warm into October. Through winter, sessions turn more to whiting, codling, dab, dogfish and the odd ray, with the better fishing typically after dark and around big tides.
Habitat and marks are relatively simple to read. The town beaches are mostly shingle over sand, ideal for bass, flatfish, rays and winter species. Look for any gutters, colour changes or small banks formed by the sea – these subtle features concentrate fish. The harbour walls provide depth and structure, attracting mullet in the basin, mackerel and garfish on the outer edge in summer, and assorted bottom feeders on baits. Walks along the coast in either direction reveal mixed ground – patches of rock and reef interspersed with sand – which are prime for wrasse, pollack, bull huss and rays if you’re prepared to lose some tackle.
Common techniques depend on the species you’re targeting:
- Bass and surf species: Standard beachcasters with 4–5 oz leads and simple pulley or two-hook flapper rigs cover most situations. Fresh lugworm, ragworm, crab and sandeel are the staple baits. In calmer conditions, 9–10 ft lure rods with surface lures, soft plastics or metal jigs can score bass along the surf line and rock edges.
- Mackerel, garfish and summer shoal fish: Light spinning rods with 1–2 oz metal lures or small feathers work well from the harbour or beach. Keep gear light and mobile, casting to visible shoals or birds working bait.
- Rays, smoothhounds and huss: Target the cleaner patches with strong tackle, 4/0 hooks and fish or crab baits. Evening into darkness on a flooding tide is often most productive.
- Mullet in the harbour: Use very light coarse-style gear, fine line and small hooks, feeding bread mash and presenting flake or small artificial baits. Stealth and patience matter more than distance.
Tactical tips for Aberaeron include timing your trips around a building tide, especially the last three hours of the flood, and making the most of low-light periods for bass and predators. Westerly winds can stir up the surf and push food inshore, improving bass and flatfish sport, while settled high-pressure spells favour mackerel, garfish and mullet. Keep rigs as simple as conditions allow, use fresh local bait where possible, and stay mobile, working along the harbour walls and beach to locate active fish rather than waiting in one spot.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Aberaeron 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 8 beaches and bays in this area.
Little Quay Bay - 5.31363927181km , New Quay Bay - 6.86643099661km , Llangrannog's Beach - 17.14007640849km , Tresaith Beach - 21.31364848135km , Cribach Bay - 23.1126281237km , Clarach Bay - 24.48051105358km , Mwnt beach - 28.68587797556km , Poppit Sands - 33.49822225856km
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 2 main harbours in this area.
Aberyswyth Marina - 21.99974450694km, Aberdovey Harbour - 35.34721625714km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Aberaeron. 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.
River Aeron - 1.0275911929km , Cadwgan Point - 1.0275911929km , River Arth - 2.41436877743km , Little Quay Bay - 5.31363927181km , New Quay Bay - 6.86643099661km , Afon Wyre - 10.37439236895km , Ynys Lochtyn - 16.11853234153km , Llangrannog's Beach - 17.14007640849km , Tresaith Beach - 21.31364848135km , Afon Ystwyth - 21.51370517214km , Aberyswyth Marina - 21.99974450694km , Afon Rheidol - 22.19372359203km , Castle Point - 22.24557303342km , Cribach Bay - 23.1126281237km , Clarach Bay - 24.48051105358km , Afon Mwldan - 27.77639011758km , Ynys Fawr - 28.60482074997km , Mwnt beach - 28.68587797556km , Craig yr Wylfa - 29.82379038344km , Afon Cych - 30.64779172973km , Lefi Brook - 31.37473105288km , Cardigan Island - 31.47674784203km , Afon Tefi - 32.16430140761km , Craig y Gwbert - 32.58960983653km , Borth Sands - 32.97905691265km , Afon Teifi - 33.05843737345km , Cardigan - 33.27311150266km , Poppit Sands - 33.49822225856km , Cors Fochno - 34.15391921249km , Aberdovey Harbour - 35.34721625714km , Camddwr - 35.77485436445km , Afon Leri - 35.81853336213km , River Dovey - 39.57534474214km , Pen Bwch Point - 40.68838023577km , Afon Dysynni - 41.22338372768km , Broad Water - 41.56562234612km , Dysynni River - 41.72841394791km , Afon Sawdde - 42.28147468473km , Afon Cothi - 42.85809361931km , Afon Brân - 43.11712374538km
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