We look just past the reef for wahoo, sailfish, tunas, kingfish, cero mackerel, mahi mahi, bonito, and blackfin tunas.The mackerels are up on the reefs, the sailfish are a little deeper, the wahoo are just past the reef mixed in with the Blackfin tunas and bonito. Northerly winds produce the best all round bite with the South Easterlies holding on to a summertime surprise of dolphin.It is not uncommon for us to have a sailfish run that is just off the reef in January. Still working the new and full moon bite for a greater chance of wahoo. Toward the end of March if the weather is warm there can be some large dolphin moving through on the Southerly Winds. 

It can get a little chilly in January here in Key West as cold fronts move through, Its tough to book around the weather as most of our deep sea fishing charters are booked up way in advanced. The cooler weather can have a very positive effect on the deep sea bite. It’s a wonderful time to be in Key West weather wise. March can get quite windy. 

Our tourists season is in full swing by the end of March. Room rates are as high as they get this time of the year. Folks come here to fish and schedules can get quite full on your favorite boat. 

Pro Tips – When deep sea fishing these months, a four to six hour deep sea fishing charter is a good amount of time to get into the fish since the run out is not too far. Booking a boat that has a place to keep you warm and dry out of the weather can be very important. We recommend anglers look for boats with enclosed salons and living areas. March can get windy. Make sure you book a boat that can handle the seas well. Speak with us about what boats cancel without penalty for certain wind conditions and possible sea sickness.