West Palm Beach, FL Marine & Fishing Forecast

Live marine forecast for West Palm Beach, FL — real-time tide predictions, wind speed, wave conditions, and solunar fishing times updated continuously from NOAA and Open-Meteo.

Last updated: Mar 13, 2026, 8:22 PM

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the tides in West Palm Beach, FL today?
West Palm Beach, FL experiences two high tides and two low tides each day. Tide times and heights are sourced from NOAA station data and updated daily.
What is the best time to fish in West Palm Beach, FL?
The best fishing in West Palm Beach, FL is typically one to two hours before and after each tide change, when current movement activates feeding. Solunar major and minor periods shown in the forecast can also indicate peak fish activity windows.
Is it safe to boat in West Palm Beach, FL today?
Check the live wind forecast above for current boating conditions near West Palm Beach, FL. Winds under 15 mph are manageable for most inshore boats, but factor in wave period and tidal current at inlets. Always review the official NOAA marine forecast before heading offshore.
What is the water temperature near West Palm Beach, FL?
Water temperatures near West Palm Beach, FL stay relatively warm year-round, ranging from the upper 60s in winter to the upper 80s in summer. The warm water supports year-round fishing for species like snook, tarpon, and bonefish that are temperature-sensitive elsewhere.
What wind conditions are expected in West Palm Beach, FL today?
See the live wind chart above for today's detailed hourly wind forecast near West Palm Beach, FL, including speed and direction from Open-Meteo model data. Wind direction affects water clarity, bait movement, and which shorelines will fish best.

Fishing in West Palm Beach, FL

West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County offer some of the best sailfish fishing in the world, driven by the close proximity of the Gulf Stream and the rich winter current it brings. The area is famous "Sailfish Capital of the World," with local fleets consistently catching multiple sailfish per day during peak winter season. Kite fishing with live pilchards is the signature technique.

Planning Your Trip

Lake Worth Lagoon provides excellent inshore fishing for snook, tarpon, redfish, and flounder. The inlet produces outstanding catches of snook and tarpon during their migrations, and pompano are abundant during fall and winter months. Pier fishing at Lake Worth Pier is popular for Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and pompano.

Jupiter Inlet to the north is one of the state's most productive fishing spots, known for its strong tidal flows that concentrate baitfish and attract large snook, tarpon, and cobia. The area's reefs and wrecks hold impressive populations of grouper and amberjack. Use the tide and wind forecast to maximize your time on these productive waters.

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