February ended up being a pretty good month overall. The weather was surprisingly nice compared to what you might expect in winter. Average air temperatures stayed between 45–60°F, and water temperatures were around 50–60°F. We only had one short cold front that lasted about a day before temperatures bounced back. Compared to January, the weather felt much more stable, with cooler mornings and warmer afternoons. That consistency in the weather made the fishing more consistent as well.
Fishing Behavior
The fish were still grouped together in large schools throughout the month. I found that higher tide around midday was my favorite time to target them. Most of what we were catching were redfish, with the occasional trout mixed in by accident.
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