Southern Shores, NC Fishing Trip — January

Your Southern Shores, NC Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 43°F / Low 35°F2.1" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

FlounderLow
Flounder
Various
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various
CobiaLow
Cobia
Various

January Weather in Southern Shores

43°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

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

94 Guides Near Southern Shores

No guides are based in Southern Shores, but these guides operate nearby.

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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.

North Carolina Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.

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Species Regulations

Flounder
Season:Varies; consult current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies; consult current regulations
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length

Flounder regulations are subject to in-season adjustments. Check current regulations for open season and bag limits.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 1 per vessel per day
Size Limit:36-inch fork length minimum

Harvest allowed only with hook and line. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions.

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