Fishing index · New Hampshire

Fishing conditions in Concord, NH

Concord, New Hampshire sits at Merrimack River and Turkey Pond, where local anglers mainly chase smallmouth bass, brook trout, rainbow trout. The Merrimack through Concord holds smallmouth and pike in its slower reaches, and the stocked ponds and rivers north of the city give trout anglers a short but productive window each spring.

LureScore index · 2026-09-02

Excellent · estimated 90% bite probability
95
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

DayIndexTempWindPressureSky
Today
2026-09-02
95 Excellent70° / 62°F9 mph30.15 inHgOvercast
Tomorrow
2026-09-03
75 Good81° / 61°F6 mph29.94 inHgDense drizzle
Friday
2026-09-04
61 Fair81° / 61°F11 mph29.8 inHgFog
Saturday
2026-09-05
70 Good73° / 55°F8 mph29.83 inHgDense drizzle
Sunday
2026-09-06
80 Excellent73° / 53°F9 mph30 inHgLight drizzle
Monday
2026-09-07
70 Good78° / 49°F6 mph30.12 inHgClear sky
Tuesday
2026-09-08
69 Good83° / 54°F8 mph30.15 inHgOvercast

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 Concord

Merrimack River Turkey Pond
Smallmouth bass Brook trout Rainbow trout

The Merrimack through Concord holds smallmouth and pike in its slower reaches, and the stocked ponds and rivers north of the city give trout anglers a short but productive window each spring. 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

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 Concord?

The waters around Concord include Merrimack River and Turkey Pond. The Merrimack through Concord holds smallmouth and pike in its slower reaches, and the stocked ponds and rivers north of the city give trout anglers a short but productive window each spring. 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 Concord?

The usual targets are Smallmouth bass, Brook trout and Rainbow trout in and around Concord. 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 New Hampshire?

Yes — a New Hampshire state fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older (saltwater and freshwater endorsements may differ). Buy one through the New Hampshire state wildlife or natural-resources agency before you fish.

What is the best time of day to fish in Concord?

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.

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