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Phoenix, AZ Fishing Forecast
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Phoenix, AZ · ZIP 85004 · NWS PSR forecast updated Oct 22, 7:42 AM
Is it too windy to fish in Phoenix right now?
8:00 AM: wind 5 mph NE, gusts 10 mph · Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
Right-now fishing score: 15 (Sit it out) for boat fishing. Pressure 1011 hPa, trend +0.1 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Phoenix fishing today
- Thunderstorm risk — get off the water
- Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- Chance of rain (65%) — overcast can help
- Pressure stable
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
Best times
- 5:00 PM–7:00 PM 64 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (SW) said to be best, small plus
- 7:00 PM–9:00 PM 54 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (5 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (WSW) said to be best, small plus
- 9:00 PM–11:00 PM 69 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (WSW) said to be best, small plus
Phoenix fishing tomorrow
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction not scored
- Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
Best times
- 10:00 AM–12:00 PM 61 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
- 3:00 PM–5:00 PM 58 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (5 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus · Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- 5:00 PM–7:00 PM 63 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
7-day fishing outlook for Phoenix
Hunting conditions near Phoenix
Deer movement score today 60 (Fair) · Rut phase (estimate): Pre-rut
- 3:00 PM–5:00 PM 41 out of 100 Wind 10 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady SW wind (within ±39° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Rut phase: Pre-rut
- 5:00 PM–7:00 PM 71 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Wind 5 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady SW wind (within ±13° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
- 7:00 AM–9:00 AM 60 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Rut phase: Pre-rut
Phoenix at a glance
| Coordinates | 33.452, -112.070 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/Phoenix |
| NWS forecast office / grid | PSR 159,58 |
| Grid elevation | 1132 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KPHX (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 6:39 AM / 5:48 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 87% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 2/5 |
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Scores are heuristics combining NWS forecast data with traditional solunar theory. They are not validated predictions of fish or deer behavior. Always check official forecasts, regulations and legal shooting hours.
Arizona fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Always check current Arizona fishing regulations before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Phoenix?
This forecast scores today 52/100 (“Marginal”) for Phoenix, based on the NWS PSR hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Phoenix today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM (64), 7:00 PM–9:00 PM (54), 9:00 PM–11:00 PM (69) local time (America/Phoenix).
Is it too windy to fish in Phoenix right now?
Current forecast wind is 5 mph with gusts to 10 mph: shore good, boat good, kayak good by our heuristic thresholds.
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