Northern Kingfish Fishing in Delaware
When northern kingfish are caught across Delaware, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Northern Kingfish catch through the year
Recreational catch in Delaware by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for Delaware
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching northern kingfish in Delaware
Northern Kingfish catches in Delaware run hardest around Jul-Aug, with the strongest two-month windows in Jul-Aug and May-Jun. Anglers keep about 15% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Delaware fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch northern kingfish in Delaware?+
Catches peak around Jul-Aug (July and August). The strongest two-month windows are Jul-Aug and May-Jun. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release northern kingfish in Delaware?+
Across Delaware, about 15% of the northern kingfish caught are kept and 85% are released. That works out to roughly 34K kept and 200K released in 2024.
How many northern kingfish are caught in Delaware?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 235K northern kingfish caught by recreational anglers in Delaware in 2024, making it the #7 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this northern kingfish data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
