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Traverse City, MI Fishing Forecast
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Traverse City, MI · ZIP 49684 · NWS APX forecast updated Oct 23, 12:11 PM
Is it too windy to fish in Traverse City right now?
12:00 PM: wind 5 mph SE, gusts 9 mph · Mostly Sunny
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
Right-now fishing score: 68 (Yes — good day) for boat fishing. Pressure 1029 hPa, trend +0.6 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Traverse City fishing today
- Pressure rising slowly (+0.6 hPa/3h)
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction not scored
- Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
Best times
- 12:00 PM–2:00 PM 61 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 2:00 PM–4:00 PM 53 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 60 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window
Traverse City fishing tomorrow
- Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
Best times
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 65 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 12:00 PM–2:00 PM 70 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (10 mph)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 69 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset) · Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
7-day fishing outlook for Traverse City
49–65°F · Waxing Gibbous
47–66°F · Waxing Gibbous
51–65°F · Waxing Gibbous
42–52°F · Full Moon
39–52°F · Waning Gibbous
42–61°F · Waning Gibbous
47–58°F · Waning Gibbous
Hunting conditions near Traverse City
Deer movement score today 60 (Fair) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 12:49 PM–2:00 PM 59 out of 100 Pressure rising (+0.6 hPa/3h) · Wind 5 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady SE wind (within ±34° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
- 6:00 PM–7:16 PM 59 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 70 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Wind 5 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady S wind (within ±0° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
Traverse City at a glance
| Coordinates | 44.762, -85.685 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/Detroit |
| NWS forecast office / grid | APX 27,46 |
| Grid elevation | 1083 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KTVC (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 8:09 AM / 6:46 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 92% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 3/5 |
Solunar calendar for Traverse City
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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.
Michigan fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the Michigan DNR. Always check current Michigan fishing regulations before you go.
More Michigan locations: Detroit, Grand Rapids · Michigan fishing forecast
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Traverse City?
This forecast scores today 60/100 (“Marginal”) for Traverse City, based on the NWS APX hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Traverse City today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM (61), 2:00 PM–4:00 PM (53), 6:00 PM–8:00 PM (60) local time (America/Detroit).
Is it too windy to fish in Traverse City right now?
Current forecast wind is 5 mph with gusts to 9 mph: shore good, boat good, kayak good by our heuristic thresholds.
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