Quiet conditions at 28%, with limited activity expected.
75%
Poor
major
Air 11.6 C
Pressure 1018 hPa
Water 14.4 C
Sunrise 6:03am
Sunset 6:18pm
Updated 27 Sep 6:56am
Fishing Locations & Local Conditions
French Island Fishing Times, Locations & Reports
French Island has a slower forecast today, but a short lift in activity is still possible around the better bite time. With the moon overhead, denoting a major period, a short lift in fish feeding activity is possible. Low light conditions may improve feeding activity.
Scheduled update AEST
Moon Phase
Full
Estimated Fish Feeding Activity
75%
Quiet conditions at 28%, with limited activity expected.
Next Bite · Major
·
11:23am
Current Weather
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Mainly Clear 10.2 C
Pressure
·
1017 hPa
Sunrise
·
6:02am
Sunset
·
6:18pm
Region Locations
French Island Fishing Spots
2 locations
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Quiet conditions at 28%, with limited activity expected.
75%
Poor
major
Air 11.6 C
Pressure 1019 hPa
Water 14.4 C
Sunrise 6:03am
Sunset 6:18pm
Updated 27 Sep 6:56am
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7 Day Region Outlook
Next week at a glance
Scroll or swipe across for the daily weather and bite rhythm.
Sun
27 Sep
Overcast
10-15 C
Wind 24 km/h
Solunar
75% activity
Poor
Major 11:23am-1:23pm
Sunrise: 6:02am
Sunset: 6:18pm
Mon
28 Sep
Overcast
8-16 C
Wind 16 km/h
Solunar
67% activity
Poor
Major 12:10pm-2:10pm
Sunrise: 6:01am
Sunset: 6:18pm
Tue
29 Sep
Overcast
9-21 C
Wind 23 km/h
Solunar
57% activity
Poor
Major 12:35am-2:35am
Sunrise: 5:59am
Sunset: 6:19pm
Wed
30 Sep
Light Drizzle
18-23 C
Rain 0.6 mm · Wind 28 km/h
Solunar
52% activity
Poor
Major 1:28am-3:28am
Sunrise: 5:58am
Sunset: 6:20pm
Thu
1 Oct
Light Showers
15-23 C
Rain 9.6 mm · Wind 20 km/h
Solunar
50% activity
Poor
Major 2:26am-4:26am
Sunrise: 5:56am
Sunset: 6:21pm
Fri
2 Oct
Moderate Drizzle
12-15 C
Rain 3.9 mm · Wind 26 km/h
Solunar
52% activity
Poor
Major 3:27am-5:27am
Sunrise: 5:55am
Sunset: 6:22pm
Sat
3 Oct
Overcast
11-14 C
Wind 16 km/h
Solunar
62% activity
Poor
Major 4:29am-6:29am
Sunrise: 5:53am
Sunset: 6:23pm
7 Day Solunar Forecast
French Island Fishing Times: This Week's Planner
Compare daily bite activity, major fish feeding times and moon conditions to help plan upcoming fishing sessions.
Wind
Current wind and 7 day outlook
Wind direction and strength can change how exposed a location feels, especially around open water, beaches, piers, and headlands.
Last Reported
Current speed
12.5 km/h
Direction
SE
Today max
24.0 km/h
Reading the wind
Wind direction and strength can affect comfort, casting, and exposure around this location.
Wind gusts can be stronger than the average wind speed, so it's worth checking the gust forecast if you're planning to fish from an exposed location or need to know about potential changes in conditions.
Even modest wind can affect comfort and casting, especially where the water is exposed.
The marker shows the current wind direction, while the daily outlook below shows whether conditions are likely to build or ease over the coming days.
Pressure
Barometric pressure
Pressure is most useful for fishing when it shows movement. A stable, rising, or falling trend can add context to the rest of today’s fishing forecast.
Last Reported
1017
hPa
⮟
Falling
Interpretation
Pressure changes tend to matter more than the absolute value, especially when conditions are shifting.
Pressure is only one signal. Wind, tide, solunar timing, water movement, and local structure still matter.
Pressure movement
Recent readings build the pressure trend used for interpretation.
Fishing Report Trends
Fishing report trends in this region
Species most often mentioned in regional reports
French Island reports are shared across a balanced spread led by King George Whiting, Squid and Australian Salmon.
This chart is best read as a guide to reported species presence across the region.
Based on regional Getfished fishing report species data.
Share of the displayed top 5 species recorded.
Bait trends in this region
Bait turning up in reports
Around this area, mussels and pipis feature again and again.
It is a useful starting point, not a hard ranking.
Built from all-time reported bait mentions: 182 mentions across 2 distinct bait entries.
Share of the displayed top 2 bait recorded.
Seasonal Species
Species worth watching this spring
Based on historical reports recorded for Spring across this state.
Quick reference
Seasonal report strength across the shortlisted species.
King George Whiting
3
King George Whiting
3 spring reports recorded.
Bait and Lures
Common tackle showing up in regional reports
Reported tackle can help narrow options, but it is still a guide rather than a rule.
Bait turning up in reports
Around this area, mussels and pipis feature again and again.
Mussels
91
Pipis
91
It is a useful starting point, not a hard ranking.
Built from all-time reported bait mentions: 182 mentions across 2 distinct bait entries.
What are today's best fishing times at French Island?
Today's sunrise is 6:02 am and sunset is 6:18 pm. As a general guide, the hour before and after sunrise and sunset are often among the most productive fishing periods. Today's minor solunar periods overlap both the morning and evening fishing periods. The sea-surface temperature is 14.7°C, some species may be less active in cooler water.
French Island Overview
| Latitude | -38.3409 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | 145.3404
View on Google Maps |
| Nearest city | Melbourne |
| Environment | Saltwater |
| Distance from Melbourne (as the crow flies) | 67.29 km |
| Bays | Western port |
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