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Westerly, RI Fishing Trip — August

Your Westerly, RI Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 77°F / Low 61°F1.6" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
Mahi MahiExcellent
Mahi Mahi
Various
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various
TautogGood
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Black Sea BassGood
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various

August Weather in Westerly

77°F
Avg High
61°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Matched

Watch Hill Charters - Watch Hill Charters
Watch Hill Charters

Watch Hill Charters

5(22)Top Rated

Captain Ben DeMario has been providing his clients, rookies and experienced anglers alike, with unforgettable light tackle fishing adventures in Watch Hill

Westerly, Rhode Island
Blue Runner Charters - Blue Runner Charters
Blue Runner Charters

Blue Runner Charters

5(19)Top Rated
Westerly, Rhode Island
Fish Trap Sportfishing Charters - Fish Trap Sportfishing Charters
Fish Trap Sportfishing Charters

Fish Trap Sportfishing Charters

4.9(12)Top Rated

Rhode Island RI, Block Island, Watch Hill deep sea fishing charters for striped bass, fluke, seabass, mako shark, bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna and more.

Ahi (Tuna)Bluefin TunaFluke
Westerly, Rhode Island
Bonita Ii Sportfishing Charters - Bonita Ii Sportfishing Charters
Bonita Ii Sportfishing Charters

Bonita Ii Sportfishing Charters

4.7(15)Top Rated

Bonita II Sportfishing Charters in Watch Hill RI - We offer many types of trips for all types of anglers ~ from beginner to pro. We customize our trips to suit your group for an action packed experience you'll never forget!

inshore
Westerly, Rhode Island
Spartan Angler - Spartan Angler
Spartan Angler

Spartan Angler

5(7)Top Rated
Westerly, Rhode Island
Final Piece Sportfishing - Final Piece Sportfishing
Final Piece Sportfishing

Final Piece Sportfishing

Westerly, Rhode Island

fishing

inshore
Westerly, Rhode Island
$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

Weakfish

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

Tautog

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

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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

Rhode Island Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$18
Non-Resident$35
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses available.

Buy License Online — Rhode Island

Species Regulations

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

Possession limit is 6 mahi mahi per vessel.

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations

Regulations for tuna are complex and change frequently based on federal quotas. Consult the RI DEM and NOAA websites for current rules.

Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day from shore, 5 per person per day from a private or charter vessel
Size Limit:No minimum size

Check current regulations for any seasonal closures or changes.

Weakfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Check current regulations for any seasonal closures or changes.

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