Florida Pompano Fishing in South Carolina
When florida pompano are caught across South Carolina, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Florida Pompano catch through the year
Recreational catch in South Carolina by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
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Catching florida pompano in South Carolina
Florida Pompano catches in South Carolina run hardest around Sep-Oct, with the strongest two-month windows in Sep-Oct and Jul-Aug. Anglers keep about 9% 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 South Carolina 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 florida pompano in South Carolina?+
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 florida pompano in South Carolina?+
Across South Carolina, about 9% of the florida pompano caught are kept and 91% are released. That works out to roughly 88K kept and 893K released in 2024.
How many florida pompano are caught in South Carolina?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 982K florida pompano caught by recreational anglers in South Carolina in 2024, making it the #14 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this florida pompano data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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