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Planning your next fishing trip in Richmond, New Zealand ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular bite times and moon phases, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide timetable, 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 bite times and moon phases and the best moon phases.
  • Use the Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide timetable.
  • 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.

Richmond fishing sits at the northern edge of Tasman Bay and the Waimea Estuary, offering easy access to productive inshore reefs, sandy flats and nearby trout rivers. Fishing in Richmond, New Zealand, delivers year-round targets from snapper and kahawai to river trout and whitebait, making it a prime base for anglers exploring the Tasman region. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Richmond include: Tahunanui Beach, Nelson Harbour, The Boulder Bank, Cable Bay, Mapua, Waimea Inlet, Motueka River, Delaware Bay, 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 9:18 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:
  • Moonset:
  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    33%
  • Third Quarter Moon - 33% illuminated Third Quarter Moon
Next New Moon in ~5 days on 15th June
  • Distance to earth:
    376,169 km
    Proximity:
    69.3 %
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 Richmond
New Moon
Mon, 15 Jun
Full Moon
Tue, 30 Jun

Solunar Bite Times

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    12:35 am - 02:35 am
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    06:27 am - 08:27 am
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    12:20 pm - 02:20 pm
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    07:03 pm - 09:03 pm
All times are displayed in the Pacific/Auckland timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is +12 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 Third Quarter Moon at 33% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average 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 -1 hour and -7 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
Pacific/Auckland • Wed, 10 Jun 12:12 • -41.333, 173.183

Tides Times for Fishing: Wed, 10 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 5 hours and 2 minutes.
Tide Graph
04:33 am 10:49 am 05:15 pm 11:29 pm AM PM 11.55 ft 4.13 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
Times
Tide Time Height
high 04:33 am 11.55 ft
low 10:49 am 4.13 ft
high 05:15 pm 11.06 ft
low 11:29 pm 4.33 ft
Tide Coefficient at 04:33 am is 69
Tide Coefficient at 05:15 pm is 63
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.
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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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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 11.45 ft , Coeff: 68
low: , 4.36 ft
high: , 10.83 ft , Coeff: 60
low: , 4.53 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 11.55 ft , Coeff: 69
low: , 4.13 ft
high: , 11.06 ft , Coeff: 63
low: , 4.33 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waning Crescent moon phase
Waning Crescent
high: , 11.81 ft , Coeff: 73
low: , 3.77 ft
high: , 11.55 ft , Coeff: 69
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waning Crescent moon phase
Waning Crescent
low: , 3.77 ft
high: , 12.24 ft , Coeff: 78
low: , 3.35 ft
high: , 12.24 ft , Coeff: 78
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waning Crescent moon phase
Waning Crescent
low: , 3.02 ft
high: , 12.73 ft , Coeff: 84
low: , 2.89 ft
high: , 13.02 ft , Coeff: 88
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S: 		R:
S: 		New Moon moon phase
New Moon
low: , 2.33 ft
high: , 13.25 ft , Coeff: 91
low: , 2.53 ft
high: , 13.81 ft , Coeff: 98
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S: 		R:
S: 		New Moon moon phase
New Moon
low: , 1.84 ft
high: , 13.62 ft , Coeff: 96
low: , 2.2 ft
high: , 14.37 ft , Coeff: 106
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S: 		R:
S: 		New Moon moon phase
New Moon
low: , 1.57 ft
high: , 13.78 ft , Coeff: 98
low: , 1.97 ft
high: , 14.63 ft , Coeff: 109
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Richmond

Richmond is a practical home base for anglers working Tasman Bay, the Waimea Estuary and nearby river systems. The coastline and river mouths close to town combine shallow flats, rock reefs and tidal channels that concentrate bait and fish. For shore anglers, boat skippers and fly-fishermen alike, the mix of habitats makes Richmond useful whether you’re chasing summer snapper in the bay or winter trout upriver.

Seasonal patterns are predictable and influence tactics. Summer (December–February) brings warmer water and schooling snapper, surface-feeding kahawai and occasional summer kingfish in Tasman Bay; this period also produces good size for coastal trevally and john dory. Autumn (March–May) often holds stable weather and excellent tarakihi and gurnard fishing on sandy flats, while spring (September–November) is when pre-spawn snapper start to concentrate on structure and river mouths get busy with migrating whitebait (inanga). Winter (June–August) shifts the focus to rivers and estuaries: trout anglers targeting brown and rainbow trout find clearer water and active feeding windows, and flounder and mullet become more accessible on tidal runs.

Habitats around Richmond are compact and varied. The Waimea Estuary and smaller tidal creeks offer shallow sand and mud flats ideal for flounder, mullet and whitebait; their channels concentrate current and bait at both high and low tides. Offshore reefs and rockpiles in Tasman Bay hold snapper, blue cod and john dory, while sandy drop-offs just beyond the reef line favour tarakihi and gurnard. Rivers such as the Waimea and nearby tributaries provide trout water with pools, riffles and undercut banks—prime zones for fly and spin presentations.

Common techniques reflect habitat and species. For snapper use slow drift or anchored presentations over reef: soft plastics on jig heads, metal vibes and whole or strip baits produce consistent results. Kahawai and trevally respond to fast-moving lures—metals, poppers and bright soft plastics—on light to medium spin gear. Tarakihi and gurnard are best targeted by bouncing bait rigs or using light jigs on sandy bottoms; small fillets, pipis or squid strips work well. Estuary anglers will find flounder on a small sinker and soft bait, and whitebait runs in spring favour fine nets and precise timing. Trout anglers should match local hatches with nymphs, wets and small dry flies, and spinners or small soft plastics can be very effective on overcast days.

Tactical tips to improve success: fish tide changes where channels intersect flats and river mouths, pay attention to wind direction because nor’westers and southerlies alter water clarity and bait movement, and use a sounder to locate bait schools and structure if boating. For shore trips walk gullies and rock points at mid to high tide for snapper and kahawai shoals; on the flats, slow presentations and light leaders increase bites from gurnard and tarakihi. For trout, early mornings and late afternoons with stealthy approaches and drag-free drifts are key. Gear choices that allow sensitivity on bites—soft plastics, light jigs, and quality leaders—will pay off across Richmond’s mix of estuary, reef and river fisheries.

The Best Fishing Spots around Richmond

Tahunanui Beach

A long, easy-access surf beach popular with local anglers targeting kahawai, snapper, rig and the occasional kingfish; summer evenings and dawn tides are prime, with pilchard baits and metal lures producing well, and calmer winter days still turning over kahawai; it’s a convenient option close to Nelson Harbour and Richmond.

Nelson Harbour

Sheltered inner-harbour fishing with easy boat ramps and several public edges where anglers pick up kahawai, trevally, gurnard and snapper; workups around tidal flow and structure fish best, and summer brings the chance of rat kingfish harassing bait schools; it’s a central launch point to reach The Cut and the Boulder Bank.

The Boulder Bank

This iconic gravel-barrier spit fishes well along drop-offs for snapper, gurnard and kahawai, with occasional kingfish cruising the edge; change-of-light sessions and moving tides are key, and small boats, kayaks and shore anglers all work the deeper slots along the seaward side toward The Cut and up toward Delaware Bay.

Cable Bay

Clear water and rocky points make this bay a hotspot for kahawai, snapper and in summer roaming kingfish; spinning and soft-baiting from the rocks produces on the incoming, while small boats and kayaks work kelp lines and current seams; it’s a scenic step beyond the Boulder Bank and within easy reach of Richmond.

Mapua

Centered around the Mapua wharf and channel, this area offers relaxed fishing for kahawai, snapper and trevally on the turn of the tide; soft-baits and small metals work the current edges, while bait anglers pick up pannies in the evening; boats and kayaks slip into Tasman Bay from here toward Rabbit Island and the Waimea Inlet.

Waimea Inlet

New Zealand’s largest enclosed estuary offers channels and flats holding snapper, kahawai, gurnard, mullet and flounder; drifting soft-baits along banks and soaking baits on evening tides are productive, with summer baitfish influxes lifting action; small craft launch from Richmond, Mapua and Monaco.

Motueka River

A renowned South Island trout fishery within easy reach, holding strong numbers of brown trout with some rainbows; classic sight-fishing with nymphs and dry flies excels in clear summer flows, while small spinners take fish in deeper runs; the lower reaches near the coast can see sea-run browns when whitebait and smelt are present around Motueka.

Delaware Bay

A scenic, less-sheltered bay north of the Boulder Bank where boats and rock fishers find snapper, kahawai, blue cod and summer kingfish; work the points and reefs on the incoming with jigs, soft-baits or live baits, and look for birds marking bait schools; it’s a natural follow-on from Cable Bay and the Boulder Bank.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Richmond 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.

Tahunanui Beach - 7.60578838023km

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 1 main harbours in this area.

Old harbour entrance - 9.35766162049km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Richmond. 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.

Saxton Creek - 1.51761028181km , Orphanage Stream - 2.8011842295km , Pig Island - 2.89721740178km , Saxton Island - 3.05099518965km , Reservoir Creek - 3.10781283073km , Martin Point - 3.11992937499km , Oyster Island - 3.78541835847km , Bell Island - 4.83084196612km , Jenkins Creek - 4.9675714646km , Poorman Valley Stream - 4.9675714646km , Bests Island - 5.05269278036km , Roding River - 5.86638986443km , Wairoa River - 5.87853671594km , Wai-iti River - 5.87853671594km , Neiman Creek - 5.91393883282km , Stratford Creek - 6.13881962486km , Miner River - 6.21444866558km , Waimea River - 6.55128854584km , Rough Island - 6.95467419213km , Blind Channel - 7.28697669636km , Serpentine River - 7.53465092357km , Tahunanui Beach - 7.60578838023km , Eves Valley Stream - 7.81893579064km , Eves Valley Stream - 7.87382173285km , Hilton Creek - 8.12470434893km , York Stream - 8.1514532725km , Toi Creek - 8.34256689281km , Lee River - 8.50448010616km , Hackett Creek - 8.50448010616km , Roding River - 8.50448010616km , Rabbit Island - 8.50553833875km , Magazine - 8.90463605771km , Champion Creek - 8.98541231004km , Mineral Stream - 9.1264499217km , Old harbour entrance - 9.35766162049km , Cummins Creek - 9.36824449736km , The Brook - 9.36824449736km , Haulashore - 9.62116178012km , Glen Creek - 9.75661911718km , Wairoa River - 9.85862590515km

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