Tag: Capt Zach Markow

Welcome to the February fishing forecast for Beaufort, SC. You’ll still deal with cold mornings, but February usually brings more stable winter weather. Overall it’s easier to predict what’s happening on the water this month. Weather & Conditions Forecast: What to Expect Expected Air Temp: 40–60°FExpected Water Temp: 45–55°F Cold fronts are still possible,...

January started slow due to inconsistent weather but wrapped up with consistent fishing. Average air temperatures stayed between 45–55°F, with water temperatures ranging from 50–55°F. Early in the month, fishing was tough to pattern because temperatures were constantly changing and we were dealing with some very large tides. It went from unusually warm to...

Welcome to the January fishing forecast for Beaufort, SC. With the start of the new year, it’s always exciting to think about the possibilities and opportunities ahead on the water. Every season brings something new to learn, and this year is no different. I’ve got plenty of goals I’m working toward in 2026, but...

December wrapped up the year with some really solid conditions on the water. Air temperatures stayed between 50 and 70°F, while water temperatures ranged between 57 and 63°F. Overall, the weather was about as good as it gets for winter fishing. There were mostly sunny days with light winds throughout the month, which made...

Beaufort SC Fishing Charters: Mid-Trip Update Thanksgiving – Mid-December This winter, I’m part-time chartering in Louisiana from Thanksgiving through Christmas. The the first half of the trip has already delivered some incredible fishing and completely new experiences compared to Beaufort. Here’s a recap of how things have been so far. The weather has been...

November stayed warmer than usual this year, with average air temps around 65°F and water temps sitting close to 65°F as well. As the temperatures dropped through the month, the water really started clearing up, and it’ll continue to get even cleaner as we move into winter. The improved clarity made sight-fishing easier and...

Welcome to your latest October 2025 Beaufort, SC Fishing Report: Recap! October brought some nice changes to the Lowcountry. Air temps stayed between 60–80°F, getting cooler as the month went on, and water temps held between 70–80°F. The cooler weather helped clear up the water, which made it easier to spot and catch fish...

Welcome to September fishing in the Lowcountry! The month starts cooler thanks to a late-season cold front, with morning air temps in the upper 60s warming to the mid-80s by afternoon. Water temperatures are holding steady in the mid-70s to mid-80s, making for ideal fishing conditions. Weather & Conditions Forecast: What to Expect Cooler...

Welcome to your latest August 2025 Beaufort, SC Fishing Report: Recap! August started off super hot, with air temps staying high most of the month. Toward the last week, we finally got a late-season cold front that cooled things down a bit. Water temps stayed between 80–90 degrees, and we had plenty of afternoon...

Welcome to the July 2025 Beaufort, SC Fishing Report Forecast! July in Beaufort means hot weather, warm water, and plenty of opportunities to get on fish. Whether you’re out early in the morning or taking advantage of cooler conditions after an afternoon storm, the fishing has been steady, and there’s something out there for...