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Certainly! Understanding water temperature is crucial for planning fishing trips. Here’s the updated seasonal fishing calendar for Topsail Island, including typical water temperatures for each month.

### Topsail Island Fishing Calendar with Water Temperatures

#### **Spring (March – May)**
– **March**
– **Water Temp:** 55°F – 60°F
– **Species:** Redfish, Flounder
– **April**
– **Water Temp:** 60°F – 65°F
– **Species:** Redfish, Flounder
– **May**
– **Water Temp:** 65°F – 70°F
– **Species:** Redfish, Flounder

#### **Summer (June – August)**
– **June**
– **Water Temp:** 70°F – 75°F
– **Species:** Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel
– **July**
– **Water Temp:** 75°F – 80°F
– **Species:** Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel
– **August**
– **Water Temp:** 78°F – 82°F
– **Species:** Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel

#### **Fall (September – November)**
– **September**
– **Water Temp:** 75°F – 80°F
– **Species:** Black Drum, Sheepshead
– **October**
– **Water Temp:** 70°F – 75°F
– **Species:** Black Drum, Sheepshead
– **November**
– **Water Temp:** 65°F – 70°F
– **Species:** Black Drum, Sheepshead

#### **Winter (December – February)**
– **December**
– **Water Temp:** 60°F – 65°F
– **Species:** Pompano, Trout (Speckled)
– **January**
– **Water Temp:** 55°F – 60°F
– **Species:** Pompano, Trout (Speckled)
– **February**
– **Water Temp:** 55°F – 60°F
– **Species:** Pompano, Trout (Speckled)

### Key Considerations
– **Water Temperature Effects:** Fish are more active in warmer water, making the temperature a key factor in fishing success.
– **Seasonal Patterns:** Pay attention to how temperatures change monthly as they can affect fish behavior and availability.