Southern Kingfish Fishing in Mississippi
When southern kingfish are caught across Mississippi, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Southern Kingfish catch through the year
Recreational catch in Mississippi by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for Mississippi
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching southern kingfish in Mississippi
Southern Kingfish catches in Mississippi run hardest around Sep-Oct, with the strongest two-month windows in Sep-Oct and Jul-Aug. Anglers keep about 70% 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 Mississippi 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 southern kingfish in Mississippi?+
Catches peak around Sep-Oct (September and October). The strongest two-month windows are Sep-Oct and Jul-Aug. 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 southern kingfish in Mississippi?+
Across Mississippi, about 70% of the southern kingfish caught are kept and 30% are released. That works out to roughly 686K kept and 298K released in 2024.
How many southern kingfish are caught in Mississippi?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 984K southern kingfish caught by recreational anglers in Mississippi 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 southern kingfish data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
