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Missoula, MT Fishing Forecast
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Missoula, MT · ZIP 59802 · NWS MSO forecast updated Oct 22, 2:12 AM
Is it too windy to fish in Missoula right now?
9:00 AM: wind 7 mph E, gusts 10 mph · Sunny
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
Right-now fishing score: 61 (Marginal) for boat fishing. Pressure 1016 hPa, trend -0.5 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Missoula fishing today
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction (ESE) not scored
- Pressure stable
- Light breeze — good chop (7 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: east/northeast wind (E) said to slow the bite, small minus
Best times
- 10:00 AM–12:00 PM 69 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Pressure stable · Light breeze — good chop (6 mph)
- 12:00 PM–2:00 PM 54 out of 100 Pressure stable · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 56 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window
Missoula fishing tomorrow
- Light breeze — good chop (6 mph)
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- Rain likely (75%)
- Chance of rain (59%) — overcast can help
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
Best times
- 6:00 AM–8:00 AM 60 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (10 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 63 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (10 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 70 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (6 mph) · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
7-day fishing outlook for Missoula
Hunting conditions near Missoula
Deer movement score today 62 (Fair) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 9:00 AM–11:00 AM 69 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Wind 7 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady E wind (within ±17° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 60 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 66 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Wind 10 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady W wind (within ±19° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
Missoula at a glance
| Coordinates | 46.904, -113.919 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/Denver |
| NWS forecast office / grid | MSO 108,132 |
| Grid elevation | 4265 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KMSO (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 8:04 AM / 6:37 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 86% 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.
Montana fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. Always check current Montana fishing regulations before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Missoula?
This forecast scores today 61/100 (“Marginal”) for Missoula, based on the NWS MSO hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Missoula today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM (69), 12:00 PM–2:00 PM (54), 6:00 PM–8:00 PM (56) local time (America/Denver).
Is it too windy to fish in Missoula right now?
Current forecast wind is 7 mph with gusts to 10 mph: shore good, boat good, kayak good by our heuristic thresholds.
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