Tue
11 Aug
61%
Activity
Moon Phase
waning crescent
Moonrise
6:20am
Major Windows
10:06am – 12:06pm
10:35pm – 12:35am
Minor Windows
5:20am – 7:20am
2:59pm – 4:59pm
Fishing, Tides, Times, Solunar, Weather
Portland Fishing, Tides, Times
Fishing at Portland is shaping up well today, with the peak solunar periods offering the best chance of fish bite activity. During the major period, the moon is overhead, which may improve fish feeding responses. Light precipitation; often fishable with minimal impact.
Updated
Moon Phase
Waning Crescent
Estimated Fish Feeding Activity
61%
Good conditions at 61%, with the next bite window worth watching.
Daily Timing
Portland Fishing Times & Solunar Score
Portland is in the good range today at 61% potential bite intensity. The 2:59pm-4:59pm window is the main period to consider trying for.
Solunar Score Today
61% Potential Bite (Feeding) Intensity
Major Bite Windows
Major 1
10:06 – 12:06
Centre · 11:06
Strength · 100%
Overhead transit major
Major 2
22:35 – 00:35
Centre · 23:35
Strength · 100%
Underfoot transit major
Minor Bite Windows
Minor 1
05:20 – 07:20
Centre · 06:20
Strength · 25.3%
Moonrise minor
Minor 2
14:59 – 16:59
Centre · 15:59
Strength · 32%
Moonset minor
7 Day Solunar Forecast
Portland 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
Portland Fishing Tides, times today and this week
Next tide: Lowat 22:02· 0.35 m
Today's Tides
Current Tide At Portland
The tide is currently falling
Current Tide Explanation
The falling tide is reducing water depth as it moves towards the next low tide.
Outgoing water and decreasing depth may concentrate fish near channels, drop-offs, submerged structure and other deeper holding areas.
Today's Tide Times
High
05:36
0.97 m
Low
09:46
0.89 m
High
13:52
0.95 m
Low
22:02
0.35 m
Today's Tide Chart
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
11.5°C
Today
Maximum
11.7°C
Minimum
8.2°C
Rain
1.3 mm
Wed
5 Aug
Light Drizzle
Range
8.2°C to 11.7°C
Rain
1.3 mm
Thu
6 Aug
Moderate Drizzle
Range
4.9°C to 15.2°C
Rain
0.7 mm
Fri
7 Aug
Overcast
Range
6.8°C to 14.4°C
Rain
0.0 mm
Sat
8 Aug
Moderate Drizzle
Range
9.5°C to 13.3°C
Rain
2.4 mm
Sun
9 Aug
Dense Drizzle
Range
9.5°C to 13.3°C
Rain
8.5 mm
Mon
10 Aug
Light Drizzle
Range
8.2°C to 12.7°C
Rain
1.7 mm
Tue
11 Aug
Dense Drizzle
Range
8.2°C to 11.7°C
Rain
8.5 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
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.
Right now
Current speed
9.2 km/h
Direction
W
Today max
9.6 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
2.12 m
Max wave
2.12 m
Wave period
9.00 s
Swell
1.88 m
Wind wave
0.46 m
Water temp
14.4 C
Marine interpretation
Wave: caution
Water: cold
Marine conditions appear manageable based on currently available wave readings.
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 10.65 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 14.4 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
55
This year
2
This season
2
Species mentioned
13
Reported species
Bluefin Tuna
Mako Shark
Albacore
Yellowtail Kingfish
Gummy Shark
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 mentions for this location.
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What are today's best fishing times at Portland?
Today's sunrise is 7:26 am and sunset is 5:52 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.
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 |
| Distance from Melbourne (as the crow flies) | 359.83 km |
| Platform | Beaches Surf beaches |
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Good conditions at 61%, with the next bite window worth watching.
61%
Good
major
Air 10.4 C
Water 14.4 C
Sunrise 7:26am
Sunset 5:53pm
Updated 11 Aug 9:00pm
Portland Rock Wall is tracking well at 61%, with a worthwhile bite period approaching.
61%
Good
major
Air 10 C
Pressure 1022 hPa
Water 14.5 C
Sunrise 7:26am
Sunset 5:52pm
Updated 11 Aug 9:00pm
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Forecasts are based on the Getfished Meteorological and Solunar Forecasting System, which combines data from the BOM, and other sources. Our custom software systems use these inputs to establish solunar, tides and other forecasts for fishing conditions.
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