surface temp

[fisherman 57]

Does any one use surface temp map for starting point to find fish. Temp breaks on surface then look below for temp for spieces of fish yor after

[Sk8man]

Surface temps seem to be more useful in the Spring and late Fall when there isn't a pronounced thermocline present. Once the thermocline is established the surface temps (other than looking at temperature inversions or "turnovers" in the lake) are less relevant during the summer. The "down" temps and location of the thermocline in the water column (changes with wind and currents) are the more important factors then. At least that is the way I look at it.

Edited July 26, 2014 by Sk8man

[LongLine]

This time of year, a look at surface temps will give you an indication of upwellings.  Best to go by down temps to fish the right depth.

 

Tom B.

(LongLine)