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Fishing Key West In September

bonefish in September
Bonefishing is great in September

Fishing Key West in September

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First part of August is opening day of lobster season on the 6th. Many folks come here for that and the related Lobster Festival which can be a pretty good time if the heat does not bother you. Kids start to go back to school so the later part of the month has Key West pretty empty. August is legendary for Key West flats fishing, the reef fishing species are super hungry so the fishing is really good. 

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The Weather in August

August is a HOT month here in Key West fishingMost are too worried about hurricanes and tropical storms as they watch Jim Cantore on the weather channel too afraid to go outside.

August Inshore Fishing

August is one of my favorite months for inshore fishing across the board. Yes it is hot but the opportunities for trophy sport fish is at its peak. There are few limitations on our flats and bay boats for inshore fishing. A great time to see the inshore backcountry shallows and flats in all their glory. 

Flats Fishing

Fly Fishing bonefish
Fly fishing the flats for bonefish in August

Flats fishing is a discipline here. Our flats fishing trips in August focus on sight fishing for the big three; tarpon, permit and bonefish. August is a Key West Grand SLAM month for sure. 

A fly fisherman’s dream with the lighter winds and clear waters. August flats fishing provides a good number of shots at trophy fish to scratch at that bucket list. Some of my best days fishing for permit and bonefish has been in August.

You do not have to be a fly fisherman to enjoy the thrill of the hunt sight-fishing the flats in August. Spin fishermen do very well hunting the Key West grand slam. Using live bait and artificial  anglers are super successful casting, catching and landing these sought after game fish. 

Things are moderately busy here in Key West for fishing charters in August but not crazy like fishing in April    Booking last minute might be ok.  There are some pretty fun things to do in August here in Key West. Check out the Key West Events Calendar. Whatever type of fishing we can help you out with the right trip for the best rate available for the equipment we use. We are always happy to answer questions. 

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