Howard Beach, NY Fishing Trip — February

Your Howard Beach, NY Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 39°F / Low 27°F3.6" rain · 12 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in February

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

February Weather in Howard Beach

39°F
Avg High
27°F
Avg Low
3.6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

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

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$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.

New York Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater fishing only. Marine registry separate and free.

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Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Check DEC website for current season dates
Bag Limit:1 per angler
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit

Regulations can change frequently; always check the NYS DEC website for the most up-to-date information.

Tautog
Season:April 1 - December 9
Bag Limit:4 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Check the NYDEC website for current regulations as they can change annually.

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:See current regulations for specific tuna species (e.g., Bluefin, Yellowfin, Bigeye, Albacore).
Size Limit:See current regulations for specific tuna species.

Regulations for tuna are subject to change based on federal guidelines. Check current regulations before fishing.

Flounder
Season:May 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Regulations can vary by region, so check local rules.

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