Lake Mead Fishing Forecast: Stripers, Bass, and More during Cooler Dawn and Dusk Hours

If you're planning to hit Lake Mead today, here’s what you need to know. The weather is expected to be hot, with temperatures soaring up to 95°F during the day and dipping to around 70°F at night. Since Lake Mead is a landlocked lake, there are no tides to consider, but be prepared for gentle breezes and potential wind pick-up in the afternoon.

Sunrise is at around 6:40 AM, and sunset will be at approximately 6:00 PM. These cooler hours of dawn and dusk are prime times for fishing, as the fish are most active during these periods.

Yesterday, anglers had good success catching striped bass, particularly around Boulder Basin and the Overton Arm. These stripers are biting well on hard plastics in shad patterns and threadfin shad swimbaits. Live shad or store-bought anchovies are also highly effective, especially during the cooler hours of dawn and dusk.

Black bass fishing, although slower, can still yield results using topwater poppers and Chatterbaits, especially around Las Vegas Bay and near weedy shorelines close to Calville Bay and Hemenway Harbor. Channel catfish and carp are also biting, particularly in the late afternoon near Hemenway, where anglers have been using anchovies and corn.

For a successful day on the water, consider heading to the cove entrances in the Vegas Wash area or the Boulder Basin. The early morning and late evening hours are your best bet, as the fish are most active during these times.

Remember to pack plenty of water and sunscreen, as the heat can be intense. Enjoy your time on Lake Mead