Wed
23 Sep
Overcast
Range
4.6°C to 16.7°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Fishing Times, Solunar, Reports
Portland
Portland has a slower forecast today, but a short lift in activity is still possible around the better bite time. Because of the moon being overhead, the bite time currently forecasted offers potential for increased fish feeding activity. Low light conditions may improve feeding activity.
Scheduled update AEST
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Estimated Fish Feeding Activity
31%
Quiet conditions at 28%, with limited activity expected.
Solunar Overview
Portland Solunar Fishing Times
Check today’s major and minor bite windows, moon phase and seven-day solunar outlook for Portland.
Today’s Solunar Score
31%
Next Bite · Major
8:39am
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tide Overview
Portland Tide Times
The rising tide is increasing water depth as it moves towards the next high tide.
Next Tide
High at 12:05
1.00 m
Current Tide
The tide is currently rising
Estimated Height
0.72 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.
Last Reported
Partly Cloudy
4.8°C
Today
Maximum
16.7°C
Minimum
4.6°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Thu
24 Sep
Moderate Drizzle
Range
11.2°C to 20.7°C
Rain
0.7 mm
Fri
25 Sep
Light Drizzle
Range
13.4°C to 18.7°C
Rain
0.5 mm
Sat
26 Sep
Light Showers
Range
11.3°C to 13.8°C
Rain
4.8 mm
Sun
27 Sep
Overcast
Range
11.5°C to 14.9°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Mon
28 Sep
Overcast
Range
9.2°C to 22.5°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Tue
29 Sep
Light Drizzle
Range
14.1°C to 22.4°C
Rain
2.6 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.
Last Reported
1022
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.
Last Reported
Current speed
7.8 km/h
Direction
NE
Today max
13.8 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
2.36 m
Max wave
3.04 m
Wave period
11.85 s
Swell
3.02 m
Wind wave
0.26 m
Water temp
14.5 C
Marine interpretation
Wave: caution
Water: cold
Wave readings indicate conditions that should remain manageable for many anglers.
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 12.65 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 14.5 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
Portland recent fishing reports
Recent catch activity for this location.
Reports analysed
57
This year
4
This season
1
Species recorded
17
Reported species
Bluefin Tuna
Mako Shark
Snapper
Gummy Shark
Albacore
Species most often mentioned in regional reports
Portland reports are led by Bluefin Tuna, with Snapper and Yellowtail Kingfish not far behind.
This summary is based on reports grouped for the region and is intended to complement the species chart.
Based on regional 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 5 species recorded for this location.
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What are today's best fishing times at Portland?
Today's sunrise is 6:24 am and sunset is 6:29 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 14.5°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.
Summer Fishing
Bluefin Tuna and Yellowtail Kingfish can be targeted at the location during summer. Activity is strongest for these species during the warmer part of the year. Actual catches will vary according to temperature trends, localised weather and tides.
Autumn Fishing
Black Marlin, Bluefin Tuna and Squid are a good choice for anglers to target during autumn. With the water temperature dropping the location provides an opportunity to concentrate on these species.
Winter Fishing
Bluefin Tuna, Coral Perch, Latchet, Nannygai and Snapper are the species to focus on because Winter is when the water drops below 15c and this location is no different. Fish can be slower to bite with reduced activity levels. As always what you catch varies with the prevalent temperature trends, localised weather and of course tides.
Spring Fishing
Spring sees the water temperature begin to rise with Bluefin Tuna becoming more active. Later in spring summer species such as Bluefin Tuna and Yellowtail Kingfish begin to move into the area and can become more common at the location.
Can Getfished tell if fish are biting at Portland, today?
No. Because no forecast can 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. Try different locations, different bait and lures. Remember to use berley and try to target a specific fish species in season.
✨Find out what we learned from analysing 20,000 fishing reports about moon times and fish told us.
Portland Overview
| Latitude | -38.358 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | 141.6225
View on Google Maps |
| Nearest city | Melbourne |
| Environment | Saltwater |
| Distance from Melbourne (as the crow flies) | 359.83 km |
| Platform | BeachesSurf beaches |
| Creeks | Wattle hill creek |
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Quiet conditions at 28%, with limited activity expected.
31%
Poor
major
Air 6.2 C
Water 14.5 C
Sunrise 6:24am
Sunset 6:30pm
Updated 23 Sep 6:56am
Portland Rock Wall is subdued at 28%, with only minor feeding activity likely.
31%
Poor
major
Air 4.8 C
Pressure 1022 hPa
Water 14.5 C
Sunrise 6:24am
Sunset 6:29pm
Updated 23 Sep 6:56am
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