"LA's Promising December Fishing: Tides, Weather, and the Best Catches of the Season"

For December 12th, 2024, the fishing scene in Los Angeles is looking promising, especially with the current weather and tidal conditions.

First off, let's talk about the tides. Today, you can expect a high tide around 11:45 AM with a height of about 6.1 feet, and a low tide at 7:40 PM with a height of -0.6 feet. These tides will provide good movement for the fish, making it an ideal day to get out there.

Weather conditions are relatively calm, with daytime maximum temperatures around 20°C and about 7 hours of sunshine. Sunrise is at 6:45 AM, and sunset will be at 4:45 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to fish.

Yesterday saw some excellent catches, particularly of sculpin, whitefish, and rockfish. For instance, on December 7th, the Western Pride caught 85 rockfish, 30 red snapper, and 105 sculpin. These species are active in the deeper waters, typically between 180 to 360 feet. Vermillion Rockfish and Copper Rockfish are among the favorites in these waters.

For bait, live or frozen squid and anchovies are highly effective for rockfish and whitefish. For lures, try using metal jigs or plastic lures that mimic the natural prey of these fish.

Hot spots include the areas around Catalina Island and the deeper waters off Newport Beach. The Western Pride and Freelance boats have been doing well in these areas recently.

Remember to keep an eye on the tide cycles; the greatest fish movement is usually during the third and fourth hours of the tide cycle. Low tide is also a great time to fish, as it allows you to see the beach structure and locate deeper areas where fish tend to concentrate.

Enjoy your day out on the water