Portsmouth, VA Fishing Trip — May
Your Portsmouth, VA Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 62°F6.2" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
May Weather in Portsmouth
78°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
6.2"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
65 Guides Near Portsmouth
No guides are based in Portsmouth, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
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Virginia Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.
Species Regulations
Cobia
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 2 per vessel per day
Size Limit:40-inch minimum, 50-inch maximum
Vessel limit applies regardless of the number of anglers. Check for specific gear restrictions.
Sheepshead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:8 per person per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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