Lake Okeechobee Fishing Report – February 11, 2025

Howdy, folks! Captain Joe here, back with your Lake Okeechobee fishing update. Let’s dive into today’s conditions and see how they’re shaping up for a day on the water.

Lake Okeechobee Water Levels

As of this morning, February 11, 2025, Lake Okeechobee’s water level is sitting at 14.15 feet NGVD. That’s a tad lower than yesterday (14.18 feet) and a good bit lower than this time last year (16.35 feet). We’re also down compared to two years ago (15.93 feet).

Okeechobee Weather Forecast

Get those rain jackets ready! The forecast for today calls for a good chance of light rain with about a quarter inch expected. The wind will be blowin’ out of the south at a steady clip of 10-15 mph. Temperatures will be pleasant, topping out around 70 degrees.

How Today’s Conditions Impact Fishing on Lake Okeechobee

With the lake level down and some rain on the way, the bass fishing could get interesting. Look for bass to be schooled up in the Kissimmee grass and around any moving water you can find. The lower light conditions from the rain could make for a good topwater bite early, so keep those frogs and buzzbaits handy.

The crappie fishing should be decent as well. Look for them congregated around deeper brush piles and submerged vegetation. Minnows and jigs will be your best bet for enticing a bite.

That’s the latest from Lake Okeechobee. Remember, conditions can change quickly out here, so always be prepared and stay safe. Tight lines, everyone!