SST Maps & Reports | Fishaholics

Map Overview

	Sea Surface Temperature Sea surface temperature plays a crucial part in the search of many types of Pelagic fish species. For example if you are fishing for “Albacore tuna” it is good to know they like sea temperatures in the low sixties or if you are fishing “Mahi” they prefer temperatures above 68 degrees and warmer. Simply click on the sea surface temperature box and you will see the satellite imagery of the temperature in your area which is updated via satellite in real time. Use this in conjunction with our chlorophyll concentration and recent catches map and you will be able to track the fish movements as well as target likely hotspots for your next trip. These tools will equip you with the latest technological innovations that the pros use making you more efficient in your time on the water. We provide this information via satellite link so there may be times where the information is limited due to climactic conditions and or satellite malfunctions beyond our control.

	Chlorophyll Concentration Chlorophyll concentrations are typically hot spots for pelagic fish species as they indicate a high volume of Phytoplankton in the area. Phytoplankton are single cell organisms that contain chlorophyll(which is needed for photosynthesis). Photosynthesis is the process in which sunlight provides the energy needed to create carbohydrates and new plant cells due to the fusion of carbon dioxide with water molecules. The chlorophyll also gives the Phytoplankton their greenish tint. This information is relevant as the indication of high volumes of chlorophyll means that there is an abundance of phytoplankton in an area….which means that there is a resulting high probability that there will be an abundance of fish species (bait fish) that feed on that same phytoplankton in the area. Where there is bait fish, there are pelagic predators (Marlin, Tuna species, Sharks, etc.). We provide this information via satellite link so there may be times where the information is limited due to climactic conditions and or satellite malfunctions beyond our control.

	Recent Catches This is a really cool feature. We ask all members when a post is made of his or her fishing day to rate their day on the water in addition to adding the Latitude and Longitude of their trip location, and any species information about the day’s catch. This information is then overlaid on to the SST and chlorophyll maps. You can see these posts on the map in your area indicated by flags . You may click on each flag to read the related post. This information used in conjunction with the SST and chlorophyll maps gives our members the edge that they need to be the most successful anglers on the water!

	Weather Zones The weather zone map is state of the art and updates every day via national weather service. Simply click on weather zones and click on the part of the ocean (map) that you would like to know the current conditions or a forecast for the next few days. You will then see the wind, wave height, swell, intervals (time between waves), current weather conditions and any current weather advisories.

	Buoys/Weather Stations Click on buoys and weather stations. You will see all of the data provided by each buoy by simply scrolling over any buoy icon. We have gathered over five hundred across the United States pulling daily data which will provide you with all the weather from that buoy or weather station as it is made available. This information will include wind, wave height, swell, intervals (time between waves), current weather conditions and any current weather advisories.

	Tide Stations Click on tide stations and you will see weather data from the station as well as a tide chart for the day.

	Latitude / Longitude Grid The lat and long grid is pretty self explanatory, just scroll over the map and it will give you the lat and long your mouse is on.

	Plot Course After you have done all your research with all of the maps we’ve provided above you can now map your day of fishing! Simply click on your starting point (you will see the lat and long of your starting point) then click on your first intended stop and you will then see a line from your starting point to your first fishing location. Just to the right you will see the lat and long of your first stop along with the distance between the two points. You may continue this process until your trip is planned. Upon completion, your updated trip planner will show you how many miles your trip will be total. You may then print the page and head out on the water. (note this feature is for informational purposes only)