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Westhampton Beach, NY Fishing Trip — January

Your Westhampton Beach, NY Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 35°F / Low 25°F1.6" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

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

January Weather in Westhampton Beach

35°F
Avg High
25°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

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

100 Guides Near Westhampton Beach

No guides are based in Westhampton Beach, but these guides operate nearby.

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Yacht Hampton Boat Rental - Yacht Hampton Boat Rental
Yacht Hampton Boat Rental

Yacht Hampton Boat Rental

5(289)Top Rated

Yacht Hampton has the largest selection of NEW boats & yachts for rent in the Hamptons. View over 30 NEW boats today! Text/Call 631-500-7777.

inshore
Sag Harbor, New York
Fin Chaser - Fin Chaser
Fin Chaser

Fin Chaser

4.8(211)Top Rated

MONTAUK DEEP SEA FISHING JOIN OUR FISHING FAMILY! HOOK UP on the FIN CHASER! 2025 FISHING REPORTS Our Trip Schedules https://youtu.be/d9QAqT068M0 A FIN-TASTIC EXPERIENCE!

offshore
Montauk, New York
Celtic Quest Fishing Party/Charter Boat - Celtic Quest Fishing Party/Charter Boat
Celtic Quest Fishing Party/Charter Boat

Celtic Quest Fishing Party/Charter Boat

4.6(253)Top Rated
Port Jefferson, New York
Viking Fleet - Viking Fleet
Viking Fleet

Viking Fleet

4.4(683)

Welcome to the Viking Fleet, the world's largest & most diversified fishing fleet open to the public in Montauk, Tarpon Springs, & Sag Harbor. Book now!

Tarpon
Montauk, New York
Laura Lee Fleet - Laura Lee Fleet
Laura Lee Fleet

Laura Lee Fleet

4.2(351)
Babylon, New York
Rosie Fishing - Rosie Fishing
Rosie Fishing

Rosie Fishing

4.8(142)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Center Moriches, New York. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Center Moriches, New York
Osprey Fishing - Osprey Fishing
Osprey Fishing

Osprey Fishing

4.7(159)Top Rated

Osprey Fishing Fleet located on Long Island NY in Port Jefferson Harbor features 2 large fishing charter boats, Osprey and Osprey V fully equipped to catch fluke, porgies, bass, bluefish, weakfish, blackfish, and striped bass. Available for Private Charters and Sunset Cruises.

Black Sea BassBluefishFluke
Port Jefferson, New York
Hampton Bays Charters - Hampton Bays Charters
Hampton Bays Charters

Hampton Bays Charters

5(77)Top Rated
Hampton Bays, New York
Captree Princess - Captree Princess
Captree Princess

Captree Princess

4.3(172)
Oak Beach, New York
White Water Outfitters - White Water Outfitters
White Water Outfitters

White Water Outfitters

4.6(118)Top Rated

Here at WWO, we’ve brought together several top professionals in the industry and local experts with one purpose in mind – to give you the most comprehensive & successful fishing experience possible! Our staff here at the shop is a seasoned team of fishing professionals including captains, guides, and mates. Our

Hampton Bays, New York
Captain Gillen at Captree State Park - Captain Gillen at Captree State Park
Captain Gillen at Captree State Park

Captain Gillen at Captree State Park

4.7(104)Top Rated

Let's Go Fishing! Family Fishing on the Capt. Gillen. Captree Fishing at Captree State Park Babylon, NY. Long Island Fishing

Babylon, New York
Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle - Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle
Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle

Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle

4.9(79)Top Rated

Owners Mark and Phil McGowan along with their staff are ready to greet you with the freshest bait, expert advice, rod and reel repairs, and the most up to date fishing reports.

Northport, New York
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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.

What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Mahi Mahi

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Black Sea Bass

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluefish

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Montauk29 guides · 41 miBrooklyn12 guides · 69 miBabylon11 guides · 34 miFreeport9 guides · 50 miHampton Bays7 guides · 9 miOrient6 guides · 32 mi

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 / offshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • Light rain jacket

New York Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

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

Buy License Online — New York

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.

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.

Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit

No more than 15 mahi mahi may be possessed aboard a vessel at any time.

Black Sea Bass
Season:Check DEC website for current season dates
Bag Limit:Check DEC website for current bag limit
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

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

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