Mon
3 Aug
43%
Activity
Moon Phase
waning gibbous
Moonrise
10:17pm
Major Windows
2:23am – 4:23am
2:45pm – 4:45pm
Minor Windows
8:24am – 10:24am
9:17pm – 11:17pm
Fishing Times, Tides & Weather
Hastings Pier Fishing Times, Tides, Weather & Reports
Today's Hastings Pier fishing forecast is based on the current solunar and weather signals. Passing showers; short windows of opportunity between rain.
Updated
Moon Phase
Waning Gibbous
Estimated Fish Feeding Activity
43%
Possible bite intensity is 43%, suggesting quiet fishing conditions.
Daily Timing
Hastings Pier Fishing Times & Solunar Score
Current data for Hastings Pier place conditions in the quiet range at 43% potential bite intensity.
Solunar Score Today
43% Potential Bite (Feeding) Intensity
Major Bite Windows
Major 1
02:23 – 04:23
Centre · 03:23
Strength · 84.9%
Overhead transit major
Major 2
14:45 – 16:45
Centre · 15:45
Strength · 100%
Underfoot transit major
Minor Bite Windows
Minor 1
08:24 – 10:24
Centre · 09:24
Strength · 24.2%
Moonset minor
Minor 2
21:17 – 23:17
Centre · 22:17
Strength · 19.8%
Moonrise minor
7 Day Solunar Forecast
Hastings Pier Fishing Times: This Week's Planner
Compare daily bite activity, major fish feeding times and moon conditions to help plan upcoming fishing sessions.
7 Day Tides
Hastings Pier Fishing Tides, times today and this week
Next tide: Highat 19:14· 2.77 m
Weather
Current conditions and 7 day outlook
Conditions here can shift quickly through the day, so use this as the broad weather picture alongside the separate wind and pressure sections below.
Right now
Light Drizzle
12.2°C
Today
Maximum
13.2°C
Minimum
7.7°C
Rain
2.5 mm
Mon
3 Aug
Light Showers
Range
7.7°C to 13.2°C
Rain
2.5 mm
Tue
4 Aug
Light Showers
Range
7.3°C to 12.2°C
Rain
4.7 mm
Wed
5 Aug
Dense Drizzle
Range
8.5°C to 11.4°C
Rain
6.1 mm
Thu
6 Aug
Overcast
Range
6.3°C to 12.6°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Fri
7 Aug
Overcast
Range
6.7°C to 15.4°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Sat
8 Aug
Moderate Drizzle
Range
6.0°C to 13.0°C
Rain
3.0 mm
Sun
9 Aug
Light Drizzle
Range
9.6°C to 12.0°C
Rain
1.8 mm
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.
Right now
1019
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.
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.
Right now
Current speed
25.4 km/h
Direction
NW
Today max
25.7 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.
Marine Conditions
Waves, water, boating comfort & water temperature
Marine forecasts are guidance only. Conditions can change quickly on exposed water.
Current marine state
Current wave
0.68 m
Max wave
1.18 m
Wave period
11.55 s
Swell
1.06 m
Wind wave
0.52 m
Water temp
11.7 C
Marine interpretation
Wave: caution
Water: cold
Wave conditions look relatively calm in the current marine data.
Marine caution
Higher waves suggest a conservative approach, especially in exposed areas. Forecast wave heights are averages rather than peak conditions. Individual waves may exceed the forecast height at times. Wind and local chop can quickly affect comfort and control. Wave period around 11.55 s can influence how conditions feel on the water. Conditions in open water can change quickly, so keep checking throughout the session.
Water temperature
Water temperature is around 11.7 C, making immersion a more significant factor to plan for. Cool or cold water can affect grip, coordination, and swimming ability. Hypothermia is a real risk, particularly if you become immersed in the water. Wind and rough water can increase the impact of an accidental immersion.
Check local marine warnings, ramps, vessel limits and current conditions before heading out.
Fishing Reports
Hastings Pier recent fishing reports
Recent catch activity for this location.
Reports analysed
3
This year
3
This season
3
Species mentioned
1
Reported species
Mullet
Species most often mentioned in local reports
Mullet leads the reports for Hastings Pier.
This summary is based on reports tied to this location and is intended to assist using the species chart.
Based on local Getfished fishing report species data.
* Note that report summaries will sometimes display the same species under different names. This is because they are being reported that way. This is intentional.
Share of the displayed top 1 species mentions for this location.
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What are today's best fishing times at Hastings Pier?
Today's sunrise is 7:20 am and sunset is 5:31 pm. As a general guide, the hour before and after sunrise and sunset are often among the most productive fishing periods. A major solunar period overlaps the evening fishing period today. The sea-surface temperature is 11.7°C, some species may be less active in cooler water.
Find out what we learned from analysing 20,000 fishing reports about moon times and fish.
Hastings Pier Fishing
Hastings Pier Fishing Guide
Hastings Pier is on Western Port Bay and is easy to reach from Skinner Street in Hastings. Shore anglers will find it convenient, with parking and public toilets nearby, plus more facilities at Fred Smith Reserve. You can target snapper, King George whiting, flathead, silver trevally, salmon, and squid here, so bring the right gear and bait for these fish. The pier is a good option if you don’t have a boat, but the railings can make setting up rods a bit awkward. Before you start fishing, think about where you’ll put your gear.
Optimal Fishing Times
Tide and light matter when fishing here.
- High tide is usually best, especially at dawn or dusk, and night fishing can be very different.
The season also makes a difference.
- Snapper are mostly caught in spring and early summer, while King George whiting show up from late spring through autumn. Salmon often pass by in winter, and squid fishing is best from late autumn to early spring, especially near the pier lights at night. Flathead and trevally are around year-round but bite more in the warmer months.
Try casting to sandy spots for bottom-feeding fish, and look for structure near the pylons or in the shadows under the lights.
When fishing for gummy sharks at night, plan for landing bigger fish and use heavier baits. Cast towards structure instead of always fishing the same way. Use pipis, Bass yabbies, or squid strips in sandy gaps, and try fishing close to the timber near the pylons. After dark, squid jigs work well around the edges of the pier lights. Soft plastics and metal lures can also be useful when fish are moving through, but keeping control of your bait during tide changes is still important.
Using a rod holder or a protected rod rest can help with the railings. It’s also smart to bring a drop net for bigger fish, especially if you’re fishing at night or targeting gummy sharks.
Remember to follow local fishing rules and etiquette on the pier. Clean up your bait and rubbish, give other anglers enough space, and be respectful when casting or using more than one rod. Check the signs for any special rules, like bag limits or seasonal closures, to help keep the pier safe and welcoming for everyone.
Can Getfished tell if fish are biting at Hastings Pier, today?
No. Because a forecast cannot truthfully guarantee whether fish are biting at a specific spot right now. Getfished shows the current fishing conditions instead: tide movement, solunar timing, weather, wind, pressure, marine conditions and fising report, derived, species history.
Use this information to make informed decisions about where to fish, and to compare conditions across nearby locations. We hope you enjoy using Getfished to find your next great fishing spot!
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Hastings Pier is a location within the region of:
Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia.
Hastings Pier Overview
| Latitude | -38.3077 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | 145.1905
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| Nearest city | Melbourne |
| Distance from Melbourne (as the crow flies) | 72.64 km |
| Bays | Western port |
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