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Devils Lake, ND Fishing Forecast
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Devils Lake, ND · ZIP 58301 · NWS FGF forecast updated Oct 23, 1:36 PM
Is it too windy to fish in Devils Lake right now?
2:00 PM: wind 21 mph SSE, gusts 30 mph · Partly Sunny
Rough
Yes — too windy
Yes — too windy
Yes — too windy
Right-now fishing score: 30 (Sit it out) for boat fishing. Pressure 1012 hPa, trend -1.6 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Devils Lake fishing today
- Too windy for boat fishing (21 mph, gusts 30)
- Rough — experienced boat anglers only (16 mph)
- Pressure falling slowly (-1.6 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
Best times
- 2:00 PM–4:00 PM 30 out of 100 Pressure falling slowly (-1.6 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front
- 7:00 PM–9:00 PM 41 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- 9:00 PM–11:00 PM 36 out of 100
Devils Lake fishing tomorrow
- Too windy for boat fishing (21 mph, gusts 40)
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- 🧭 Wind direction bonus ignored: wind speed is the limiting factor
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Breezy but fishable (15 mph)
- 🧭 Wind shifted S to W (90°) in 4 h: possible front, no pressure data to confirm (not scored)
Best times
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 30 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 68 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset) · Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
- 8:00 PM–10:00 PM 54 out of 100 Traditional angler lore: west/southwest wind (W) said to be best, small plus
7-day fishing outlook for Devils Lake
62–68°F · Waxing Gibbous
39–62°F · Waxing Gibbous
30–46°F · Full Moon
27–42°F · Waning Gibbous
29–44°F · Waning Gibbous
37–47°F · Waning Gibbous
30–43°F · Waning Gibbous
Hunting conditions near Devils Lake
Deer movement score today 51 (Fair) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 2:51 PM–4:00 PM 45 out of 100 Pressure falling slowly — pre-front feeding · Steady SSE wind (within ±0° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
- 6:00 PM–7:04 PM 57 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Steady SSE wind (within ±0° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 47 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Steady W wind (within ±16° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
Devils Lake at a glance
| Coordinates | 48.142, -98.893 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| NWS forecast office / grid | FGF 34,118 |
| Grid elevation | 1496 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KDVL (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 8:08 AM / 6:34 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 92% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 3/5 |
Solunar calendar for Devils Lake
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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.
North Dakota fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Always check current North Dakota fishing regulations before you go.
More North Dakota locations: Bismarck, Fargo · North Dakota fishing forecast
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Devils Lake?
This forecast scores today 36/100 (“Sit it out”) for Devils Lake, based on the NWS FGF hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Devils Lake today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 2:00 PM–4:00 PM (30), 7:00 PM–9:00 PM (41), 9:00 PM–11:00 PM (36) local time (America/Chicago).
Is it too windy to fish in Devils Lake right now?
Current forecast wind is 21 mph with gusts to 30 mph: shore rough, boat too windy, kayak too windy by our heuristic thresholds.
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