Atlantic Mackerel Fishing in New Hampshire
When atlantic mackerel are caught across New Hampshire, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Atlantic Mackerel catch through the year
Recreational catch in New Hampshire by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for New Hampshire
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching atlantic mackerel in New Hampshire
Atlantic Mackerel catches in New Hampshire run hardest around Sep-Oct, with the strongest two-month windows in Sep-Oct and Jul-Aug. Anglers keep about 82% 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 New Hampshire 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 atlantic mackerel in New Hampshire?+
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 atlantic mackerel in New Hampshire?+
Across New Hampshire, about 82% of the atlantic mackerel caught are kept and 18% are released. That works out to roughly 931K kept and 204K released in 2024.
How many atlantic mackerel are caught in New Hampshire?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 1.1M atlantic mackerel caught by recreational anglers in New Hampshire in 2024, making it the #1 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this atlantic mackerel data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
