Best season
summer
Best time
5–10 · 17–21
Optimal temp.
8–18 °C
Top bait
live sandeel
To target Turbot successfully, think about season, time of day and weather together. Turbot bite best in summer, especially 5–10 · 17–21. The ideal water temperature is 8–18 °C. Proven baits are live sandeel, herring strips and sandeel imitation-Twister. Conditions are most reliable with stable high pressure.
Catch outlook through the year
Best season
Over the year, Turbot are most active in May–August. The absolute peak is in June.
Best time of day
The most productive times of day for Turbot are 5–10 · 17–21. These windows reward your time on the water most.
Water temperature
Turbot bite best at a water temperature of 8–18 °C. Outside this window they become noticeably sluggish.
Weather & air pressure
Turbot bite most reliably with stable high pressure. Also favourable: low light at dawn and dusk and moving water.
Recommended baits & lures
These baits have proven themselves for Turbot: live sandeel, herring strips, sandeel imitation-Twister, flatfish rig with Tobi, pirk with teaser, soft lure, herring strips and sandeel.
Suitable waters
You will typically find Turbot in these water types: Saltwater.
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 Turbot bite best?
Best in May–August, especially 5–10 · 17–21. Ideal water temperature: 8–18 °C.
What is the best bait for Turbot?
Proven choices are live sandeel, herring strips and sandeel imitation-Twister.
In what weather do Turbot bite?
Most reliably with stable high pressure.
In which waters do Turbot live?
Mainly in Saltwater.