Mon
14 Sep
Light Drizzle
Range
12.1°C to 17.3°C
Rain
0.7 mm
Fishing Times, Solunar, Reports
Hastings Pier
Today's Hastings Pier fishing forecast looks quiet overall, though the best solunar period may still offer a short window of activity. Because of the moon being overhead, the bite time currently forecasted offers potential for increased fish feeding activity. Light precipitation; often fishable with minimal impact.
Scheduled update AEST
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent
Estimated Fish Feeding Activity
42%
Quiet conditions at 28%, with limited activity expected.
Solunar Overview
Hastings Pier Solunar Fishing Times
Check today’s major and minor bite windows, moon phase and seven-day solunar outlook for Hastings Pier.
Today’s Solunar Score
42%
Next Bite · Major
1:27pm
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent
Tide Overview
Hastings Pier Tide Times
The tide is rising across Western Port as incoming water increases depth through its channels, flats and shoreline areas.
Next Tide
High at 15:19
2.89 m
Current Tide
The tide is currently rising
Estimated Height
1.80 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
Overcast
15.0°C
Today
Maximum
17.3°C
Minimum
12.1°C
Rain
0.7 mm
Tue
15 Sep
Light Drizzle
Range
9.0°C to 12.7°C
Rain
2.0 mm
Wed
16 Sep
Light Drizzle
Range
8.7°C to 11.5°C
Rain
0.3 mm
Thu
17 Sep
Light Drizzle
Range
8.2°C to 13.3°C
Rain
0.2 mm
Fri
18 Sep
Overcast
Range
6.5°C to 19.9°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Sat
19 Sep
Mainly Clear
Range
12.0°C to 22.9°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Sun
20 Sep
Light Drizzle
Range
11.1°C to 19.4°C
Rain
1.2 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
•
Building trend
Interpretation
Pressure trend is still building from recent samples. Current pressure is available, but there needs to be more readings before it can be interpreted.
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
14.3 km/h
Direction
W
Today max
19.5 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
0.48 m
Max wave
0.6 m
Wave period
10.7 s
Swell
0.54 m
Wind wave
0.26 m
Water temp
14.3 C
Marine interpretation
Wave: moderate
Water: cold
Marine observations point to a reasonably fishable sea state.
Marine caution
Moderate waves call for more margin, particularly in open or exposed water and smaller craft. 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 11.35 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 14.3 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
0
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 6:24 am and sunset is 6:07 pm. As a general guide, the hour before and after sunrise and sunset are often among the most productive fishing periods. A minor solunar period overlaps the morning fishing period today. The sea-surface temperature is 14.3°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 fishing 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!
✨Find out what we learned from analysing 20,000 fishing reports about moon times and fish told us.
Hastings Pier is a location within the region of:
Mornington Peninsula.
Hastings Pier Overview
| Latitude | -38.3077 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | 145.1905
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| Nearest city | Melbourne |
| Environment | Saltwater |
| Distance from Melbourne (as the crow flies) | 72.64 km |
| Platform | Piers |
| Bays | Western port |
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