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Denver, CO Fishing Forecast
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Denver, CO · ZIP 80202 · NWS BOU forecast updated Oct 23, 12:46 PM
Is it too windy to fish in Denver right now?
2:00 PM: wind 16 mph SSW, gusts 25 mph · Sunny
Breezy — fishable
Rough
Yes — too windy
Yes — too windy
Right-now fishing score: 42 (Sit it out) for boat fishing. Pressure 1012 hPa, trend -1.7 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Denver fishing today
- Pressure falling slowly (-1.7 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (SW) said to be best, small plus
- Breezy but fishable (15 mph)
- Light breeze — good chop (9 mph)
- Rough — experienced boat anglers only (16 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
Best times
- 4:00 PM–6:00 PM 57 out of 100 Pressure falling slowly (-1.7 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front · Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 70 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Pressure falling slowly (-1.7 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (SW) said to be best, small plus
- 8:00 PM–10:00 PM 54 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (7 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (SW) said to be best, small plus
Denver fishing tomorrow
- Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: east/northeast wind (NE) said to slow the bite, small minus
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: north wind (NNE) often follows a front, small minus
- Chance of rain (31%) — overcast can help
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction (N) not scored
Best times
- 7:00 AM–9:00 AM 67 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (7 mph)
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 72 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (10 mph)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 68 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (6 mph)
7-day fishing outlook for Denver
58–79°F · Waxing Gibbous
47–56°F · Waxing Gibbous
42–60°F · Full Moon
42–60°F · Waning Gibbous
40–65°F · Waning Gibbous
41–66°F · Waning Gibbous
40–63°F · Waning Gibbous
Hunting conditions near Denver
Deer movement score today 66 (Good deer movement expected) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 5:00 PM–6:41 PM 76 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Pressure falling slowly — pre-front feeding · Wind 14 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent
- 7:00 AM–9:00 AM 80 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Wind 7 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 75 out of 100 Wind 10 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady NNE wind (within ±13° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Moon overhead/underfoot (major period)
Denver at a glance
| Coordinates | 39.752, -104.998 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/Denver |
| NWS forecast office / grid | BOU 63,62 |
| Grid elevation | 5207 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KBJC (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 7:19 AM / 6:11 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 93% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 2/5 |
Solunar calendar for Denver
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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.
Colorado fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Always check current Colorado fishing regulations before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Denver?
This forecast scores today 63/100 (“Marginal”) for Denver, based on the NWS BOU hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Denver today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM (57), 6:00 PM–8:00 PM (70), 8:00 PM–10:00 PM (54) local time (America/Denver).
Is it too windy to fish in Denver right now?
Current forecast wind is 16 mph with gusts to 25 mph: shore breezy, boat rough, kayak too windy by our heuristic thresholds.
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