What's Biting FLTampa Bay
Mahi-Mahi (Dolphinfish) in Tampa Bay
Troll ballyhoo and lures along weedlines, color changes and floating debris in blue water. Spring on the Atlantic side is world class.
Next seven days
| Day | Bite | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 4 | Strong tide swing 3.1 ft |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 4 | Breezy 21 mph. Strong tide swing 2.8 ft |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 3 | Breezy 18 mph. Rain likely 79%. Storms possible, fish early and watch the sky. Strong tide swing 2.4 ft |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 4 | Storms possible, fish early and watch the sky |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 4 | |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 4 | Light wind |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 4 | Storms possible, fish early and watch the sky |
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Editorial baseline for Florida. Green months are prime, yellow fair, red slow. Preferred water temperature 72–86°F.
Regulations that apply here
Applies to: state waters
| Species / zone | Season | Size | Bag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphinfish/Mahi-Mahi Gulf State Waters | open now Open year-round | None | 10 per person or 60 per vessel, whichever is less | Legal Gear: hook and line, spearing Captain and crew are prohibited from retaining a bag limit |
Source: FWC, extracted 2026-10-29.