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Monticello Lake

Pineywoods Region · 33.0801°N, 95.0435°W

Weather and solunar ratings are forecasts, not catch reports. Check the dates below for the latest available observations and forecasts.

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Fishing Forecast
Good— Favorable conditions
93°F/75°F·12 mph S·Overcast

Weather-based estimate, not a catch report. Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:33 AM CDT. All forecast dates and fishing times use Central Time (America/Chicago).

1 Boat Ramp
No closure reports available

Ramp locations checked Oct 10, 2026, 7:00 PM CDT. Confirm access with the facility; missing closure reports do not confirm a ramp is open.

Best Times to Fish

Solunar estimates for Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026 · Central Time

Solunar Rating
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Major
Minor
Sun
03:21 PM – 05:21 PM
Moon Overhead
Major
03:09 AM – 05:09 AM
Moon Underfoot
Major
10:57 AM – 11:57 AM
Moonrise
Minor
08:01 PM – 09:01 PM
Moonset
Minor
Pressure
1015
hPa · Stable
Wind
12
mph S
Clouds
24%
Limited cloud cover
Humidity
69%
UV 5
7:23 AM
Sunrise
6:47 PM
Sunset
11:27 AM
Moonrise
08:31 PM
Moonset
Waxing Crescent
8% lit

Latest Observed Water Level

Record date: . This is a reported observation, not a forecast for a future trip. The record date may be a collection date; individual readings can have different observation times.

TWDB
72.9%
Elevation: 334.8 ft

Monticello Lake Fishing Forecast by Date

Weather and solunar estimates for the available dates below. Temperatures in °F, wind in mph; all times are Central Time. Forecasts can change.

Good

Overcast. High 93°F, low 75°F. Wind 12 mph S. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:33 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1015 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:23 AM / 6:47 PM Central
Major solunar periods
03:21 PM – 05:21 PM; 03:09 AM – 05:09 AM
Minor solunar periods
10:57 AM – 11:57 AM; 08:01 PM – 09:01 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 8% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
24% / 69%

Fair

Clear. High 92°F, low 71°F. Wind 11 mph SSW. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:33 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1016 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:24 AM / 6:46 PM Central
Major solunar periods
04:13 PM – 06:13 PM; 04:01 AM – 06:01 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:52 AM – 12:52 PM; 08:44 PM – 09:44 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 14% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
2% / 57%

Fair

Overcast. High 75°F, low 55°F. Wind 19 mph N. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:33 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1023 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:25 AM / 6:45 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:05 PM – 07:05 PM; 04:53 AM – 06:53 AM
Minor solunar periods
12:41 PM – 01:41 PM; 09:34 PM – 10:34 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 22% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
40% / 50%

Poor

Overcast. High 70°F, low 44°F. Wind 11 mph NE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:33 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1029 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:26 AM / 6:44 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:55 PM – 07:55 PM; 05:43 AM – 07:43 AM
Minor solunar periods
01:25 PM – 02:25 PM; 10:27 PM – 11:27 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 32% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
14% / 47%

Poor

Overcast. High 75°F, low 46°F. Wind 7 mph ESE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:33 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1024 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:26 AM / 6:43 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:44 PM – 08:44 PM; 06:32 AM – 08:32 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:04 PM – 03:04 PM; 11:24 PM – 12:24 AM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 42% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
13% / 45%

Fish Species at Monticello Lake

Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass

Excellent
Sunfish

Sunfish

Good
Channel Catfish

Channel Catfish

Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department

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Monticello Lake Fishing Guide

Angling Opportunities

Lake Monticello is one of the most popular largemouth bass fisheries in Texas. On September 1, 1998, the slot length limit was changed from 14-21 inches to 14-24 inches in an effort to protect larger fish and possibly increase trophy fishing opportunities. Channel catfish are also popular at Lake Monticello. The species is abundant with high numbers of legal-size fish available for harvest.

Cover & Structure

Structural habitat is comprised of flooded timber, brush, and creek channels. Aquatic vegetation also provides cover.

Tips & Tactics

Largemouth bass fishing at Monticello Lake peaks during spring pre-spawn when fish move to shallow flats and points — work Texas-rigged soft plastics, lipless crankbaits, and spinnerbaits for best results. Catfish are productive year-round; cut shad, chicken liver, or prepared stink bait fished on the bottom near structure produces steady action from spring through fall.

Fishing Regulations

Monticello Lake has special regulations on some fishes. Check current TPWD regulations before your trip.

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Water Level History

DateElevation24hr Change% FullInflowOutflow
Oct 14Source: TWDB334.76 ft--72.9%----
Oct 13Source: TWDB334.76 ft--72.9%----
Oct 12Source: TWDB334.77 ft--72.9%----
Data sources for displayed records: TWDB

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Map & Directions

Lake Information

Region: Pineywoods

Coordinates:

33.080120, -95.043549

Click coordinates to view on Google Maps

USGS Site: 07344488

Data sources and access · Lake conditions as JSON

Data Sources

Fishing Reports
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Lake Details
TPWD Inland Fisheries
Water Levels
TWDB, USACE & USGS where available
Weather
Open-Meteo
Maps
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