Best season
summer
Best time
7–18
Optimal temp.
8–16 °C
Top bait
maggots
To target Dace successfully, think about season, time of day and weather together. Dace bite best in summer, especially 7–18. The ideal water temperature is 8–16 °C. Proven baits are maggots, Caster and bread flake. Conditions are most reliable with slightly falling pressure (ahead of a front).
Catch outlook through the year
Best season
Over the year, Dace are most active in May–September. The absolute peak is in June.
Best time of day
The most productive times of day for Dace are 7–18. These windows reward your time on the water most.
Water temperature
Dace bite best at a water temperature of 8–16 °C. Outside this window they become noticeably sluggish.
Weather & air pressure
Dace bite most reliably with slightly falling pressure (ahead of a front). Also favourable: moving water.
Recommended baits & lures
These baits have proven themselves for Dace: maggots, Caster, bread flake, dry fly and Mini-Spinner.
Suitable waters
You will typically find Dace in these water types: Stream, River and Canal.
Closed season
No nationwide closed season – varies by region.
Closed seasons and minimum sizes vary by country, state and water. Always check the local regulations before you fish.
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Frequently asked questions
When do Dace bite best?
Best in May–September, especially 7–18. Ideal water temperature: 8–16 °C.
What is the best bait for Dace?
Proven choices are maggots, Caster and bread flake.
In what weather do Dace bite?
Most reliably with slightly falling pressure (ahead of a front).
In which waters do Dace live?
Mainly in Stream, River and Canal.