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Idaho Falls, ID Fishing Forecast
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Idaho Falls, ID · ZIP 83402 · NWS PIH forecast updated Oct 23, 5:31 AM
Is it too windy to fish in Idaho Falls right now?
10:00 AM: wind 22 mph S, gusts 30 mph · Light Rain Likely
Rough
Yes — too windy
Yes — too windy
Yes — too windy
Right-now fishing score: 0 (Sit it out) for boat fishing. Pressure 1012 hPa, trend +3.2 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Idaho Falls fishing today
- Rain likely (72%)
- Too windy for boat fishing (22 mph, gusts 30)
- Pressure rising fast (+3.2 hPa/3h) — post-front, fish often sluggish
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (SW) said to be best, small plus
- 🧭 Wind direction bonus ignored: wind speed is the limiting factor
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
Best times
- 5:00 PM–7:00 PM 19 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (SW) said to be best, small plus · Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- 7:00 PM–9:00 PM 37 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (WSW) said to be best, small plus
- 9:00 PM–11:00 PM 51 out of 100 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
Idaho Falls fishing tomorrow
- Light breeze — good chop (9 mph)
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: north wind (N) often follows a front, small minus
- Cold (35°F)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
Best times
- 7:00 AM–9:00 AM 61 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (9 mph)
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 72 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (7 mph)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 71 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset) · Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
7-day fishing outlook for Idaho Falls
41–48°F · Waxing Gibbous
32–51°F · Waxing Gibbous
30–53°F · Full Moon
33–55°F · Waning Gibbous
34–50°F · Waning Gibbous
30–49°F · Waning Gibbous
30–52°F · Waning Gibbous
Hunting conditions near Idaho Falls
Deer movement score today 51 (Fair) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 48 out of 100 Pressure rising (+3.2 hPa/3h) · Steady S wind (within ±14° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Moon overhead/underfoot (major period)
- 6:00 PM–7:04 PM 59 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Steady SW wind (within ±32° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 83 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Wind 9 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady N wind (within ±13° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
Idaho Falls at a glance
| Coordinates | 43.526, -112.182 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/Boise |
| NWS forecast office / grid | PIH 119,77 |
| Grid elevation | 4852 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KIDA (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 7:53 AM / 6:34 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 93% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 3/5 |
Solunar calendar for Idaho Falls
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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.
Idaho fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Always check current Idaho fishing regulations before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Idaho Falls?
This forecast scores today 32/100 (“Sit it out”) for Idaho Falls, based on the NWS PIH hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Idaho Falls today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM (19), 7:00 PM–9:00 PM (37), 9:00 PM–11:00 PM (51) local time (America/Boise).
Is it too windy to fish in Idaho Falls right now?
Current forecast wind is 22 mph with gusts to 30 mph: shore rough, boat too windy, kayak too windy by our heuristic thresholds.
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