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Lake Okeechobee Fishing Report: Water Levels, Weather, and What’s Biting! (September 15, 2025)

Howdy, folks! Captain Joe here, your guide to all things fishy on Lake Okeechobee. Let’s dive right into what’s happening on the Big O. Hold on to your hats, because the water’s doin’ some dancin’!

Lake Okeechobee Water Levels: A Tad Bit Lower Than We Like

As of September 14, 2025, Lake Okeechobee’s water level sits at 12.98 feet (NGVD). Now, that’s a far cry from the 14.88 feet we saw this time last year (September 14, 2024) and even further from the 15.36 feet from two years ago (September 14, 2023). That’s almost 2 feet lower than last year, and over 2 feet lower than 2 years ago! Sheesh! The historical average for this time of year is 14.54 feet, so we’re sitting about 1.56 feet below that.

What does this mean for you, the dedicated angler? Well, lower water levels can concentrate the fish in certain areas, making them easier to target… or harder, depending on how they’re feelin’ that day. The lake is determined from the 4 Interior and 4 Edge stations. Navigation depths are Route 1: 6.92′ and Route 2: 5.12′.

Inflows and Outflows: Where’s the Water Goin’?

Currently, inflows are outweighing outflows. We’re seeing a total inflow of 6191 cfs (cubic feet per second), with the S65E structure contributing a whopping 4492 cfs and Fisheating Creek adding 1094 cfs. Outflows are a measly 37 cfs, with the S135 Culverts releasing 144 cfs, but the L8 Canal Pt is taking out -107 cfs. That means the lake is gaining water, albeit slowly. The Lake Okeechobee (Change in Storage) Flow is 7865 cfs or 15600 AC-FT.

Weather Forecast: Rain, Rain, Go Away… Or Maybe Stay?

Looks like we’re in for a wet week, folks. Here’s the forecast:

  • September 15, 2025: Light rain, winds from the east (70 degrees) at 4.77 m/s (10.7 mph), gusting to 8.21 m/s (18.4 mph). Temps between 22.66°C (72.8°F) and 31.23°C (88.2°F).
  • September 16, 2025: Light rain, winds from the east (72 degrees) at 5.08 m/s (11.4 mph), gusting to 8.24 m/s (18.5 mph). Temps between 22.86°C (73.1°F) and 31.65°C (89.0°F).
  • September 17, 2025: Moderate rain, winds from the east-northeast (93 degrees) at 4.07 m/s (9.1 mph), gusting to 8.12 m/s (18.2 mph). Temps between 23.56°C (74.4°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F).
  • September 18, 2025: Heavy intensity rain, winds from the east-southeast (52 degrees) at 5.44 m/s (12.2 mph), gusting to 10.25 m/s (22.9 mph). Temps between 22.09°C (71.8°F) and 23.68°C (74.6°F).
  • September 19, 2025: Moderate rain, winds from the north-northeast (27 degrees) at 3.89 m/s (8.7 mph), gusting to 7.51 m/s (16.8 mph). Temps between 21.62°C (70.9°F) and 29.67°C (85.4°F).
  • September 20, 2025: Light rain, winds from the north-northeast (27 degrees) at 5.87 m/s (13.1 mph), gusting to 8.05 m/s (18.0 mph). Temps between 23.14°C (73.7°F) and 29.49°C (85.1°F).
  • September 21, 2025: Moderate rain, winds from the east-northeast (91 degrees) at 2.48 m/s (5.5 mph), gusting to 3.81 m/s (8.5 mph). Temps between 23.61°C (74.5°F) and 30.22°C (86.4°F).
  • September 22, 2025: Light rain, winds from the south-southeast (175 degrees) at 3.21 m/s (7.2 mph), gusting to 3.69 m/s (8.3 mph). Temps between 24.61°C (76.3°F) and 30.76°C (87.4°F).

All this rain could muddy up the water a bit, but it also brings in fresh water and can trigger some good feeding activity. Just be prepared for some potentially slick conditions on the boat ramp, and keep an eye on those afternoon thunderstorms!

Fishing Forecast: What’s Biting on Lake Okeechobee?

With the lower water levels and the incoming rain, here’s what I’d recommend targeting:

  • Bass: Look for bass around the Kissimmee grass and lily pads, especially after a good rain. They’ll be ambush predators, waiting for baitfish to get washed out of cover. Topwater frogs and swimbaits could be your best bet.
  • Crappie: The crappie might be a little scattered, but try fishing around submerged structure in the deeper parts of the lake. Minnows and jigs are always a good choice.
  • Bluegill/Shellcracker: These panfish will be hanging around the edges of the vegetation, looking for a meal. Crickets and worms under a bobber are classic and effective.

Remember, folks, fishing is fishing. Some days they bite, some days they don’t. But with a little knowledge and a whole lot of patience, you can always have a good time on Lake Okeechobee. Tight lines and happy fishin’!

– Captain Joe



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