New London, CT Fishing Trip — February

Your New London, CT Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 38°F / Low 24°F4.1" rain · 11 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in February

8 species
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TunaFair
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
TautogFair
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various
Mahi MahiLow
Mahi Mahi
Various
Black Sea BassLow
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
WeakfishLow
Weakfish
Various
BluefishLow
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting

February Weather in New London

38°F
Avg High
24°F
Avg Low
4.1"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

7 Guides Matched

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Connecticut Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$55
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland and marine licenses available.

Buy License Online — Connecticut

Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per angler per day
Size Limit:28 to less than 31 inches

Anglers must use a single, inline, circle hook when fishing with bait.

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Bluefin Tuna: Consult current regulations. Other Tuna: 3 per person (aggregate)
Size Limit:Bluefin Tuna: Consult current regulations. Other Tuna: No size limit

Highly migratory species regulations are subject to change. Consult current regulations for specific details.

Tautog
Season:April 1 - May 31 and October 11 - December 31
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Possession limit is equal to the daily bag limit. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions.

Flounder
Season:May 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:2 per angler per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
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