Atlantic Thread Herring Fishing in Virginia
When atlantic thread herring are caught across Virginia, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Atlantic Thread Herring catch through the year
Recreational catch in Virginia by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
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Catching atlantic thread herring in Virginia
Atlantic Thread Herring catches in Virginia run hardest around Jul-Aug, with the strongest two-month windows in Jul-Aug and May-Jun. Anglers keep about 95% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Virginia fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch atlantic thread herring in Virginia?+
Catches peak around Jul-Aug (July and August). The strongest two-month windows are Jul-Aug and May-Jun. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release atlantic thread herring in Virginia?+
Across Virginia, about 95% of the atlantic thread herring caught are kept and 5% are released. That works out to roughly 300K kept and 16K released in 2024.
How many atlantic thread herring are caught in Virginia?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 316K atlantic thread herring caught by recreational anglers in Virginia in 2024, making it the #18 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this atlantic thread herring data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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