St. Louis, Missouri sits at Mississippi River and Missouri River, where local anglers mainly chase channel catfish, largemouth bass, sauger. At the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri, St. Louis anglers chase channel cats and sauger around wing dams, while Table Rock and Taneycomo to the south draw the state's bass and trout crowds.
LureScore index · 2026-09-02
Excellent · estimated 80% bite probability
89
Excellent
Air temperature 6/8Pressure 14/14Temp. stability 10/10Pressure stability 8/8Wind 12/12Precipitation 8/8Season 7/8Signal Stable weather
The score combines air temperature, pressure level and stability, wind, rain, season and a short-range trend trigger. It is a timing aid — not a fish finder.
7-day outlook
Day
Index
Temp
Wind
Pressure
Sky
Today
2026-09-02
89 Excellent
100° / 77°F
11 mph
29.97 inHg
Mainly clear
Tomorrow
2026-09-03
87 Excellent
100° / 77°F
14 mph
29.94 inHg
Mainly clear
Friday
2026-09-04
86 Excellent
101° / 80°F
11 mph
29.91 inHg
Overcast
Saturday
2026-09-05
59 Fair
105° / 84°F
16 mph
29.85 inHg
Light drizzle
Sunday
2026-09-06
70 Good
101° / 80°F
12 mph
29.91 inHg
Overcast
Monday
2026-09-07
86 Excellent
99° / 71°F
9 mph
29.97 inHg
Overcast
Tuesday
2026-09-08
54 Fair
107° / 78°F
15 mph
29.97 inHg
Overcast
Daily highs/lows in °F, max wind in mph, mean sea-level pressure in inHg. Scores are computed per local forecast day.
What to target around St. Louis
Mississippi River Missouri River
Channel catfish Largemouth bass Sauger
At the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri, St. Louis anglers chase channel cats and sauger around wing dams, while Table Rock and Taneycomo to the south draw the state's bass and trout crowds. The table above recomputes the index for each of the next seven days from that day's forecast, so you can time an outing to the strongest window instead of fishing the calendar.
Autumn brings cooling water and aggressive feeding ahead of winter — often the most consistent index readings of the year.
Today's best windows
05:30–08:30 — Morning window — the classic low-light feeding period.85
Windows are scored on the same model as the daily index. Sunrise and sunset edges are built into the schedule; the strongest mornings usually follow a stable or improving pressure trend.
Where should I fish near St. Louis?
The waters around St. Louis include Mississippi River and Missouri River. At the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri, St. Louis anglers chase channel cats and sauger around wing dams, while Table Rock and Taneycomo to the south draw the state's bass and trout crowds. Start with public access points on these systems, check local regs, and let the daily index above guide timing.
What fish species can I target around St. Louis?
The usual targets are Channel catfish, Largemouth bass and Sauger in and around St. Louis. Seasonal timing shifts the bite — the forecast table on this page is computed for the same weather signals that matter for these species.
Do I need a fishing license in Missouri?
Yes — a Missouri state fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older (saltwater and freshwater endorsements may differ). Buy one through the Missouri state wildlife or natural-resources agency before you fish.
What is the best time of day to fish in St. Louis?
The index recommends the strongest windows printed under today's score — typically the low-light morning and evening windows. Sunrise and sunset edges are almost always worth more casts than midday, especially in the warmer months.
The LureScore index is an informational planning signal based on weather, not a guarantee of fish activity or a catch. Always follow local regulations.