Isla Mujeres
Isla Mujeres is a coastal fishing spot in Quintana Roo, Caribbean. The fishing here is from the shore. Anglers here fish mainly for Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin and Mahi-Mahi (Dorado).
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (7 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Atlantic Sailfish, Wahoo and Yellowfin Tuna.
Blue Marlin fishing is usually best around Jul-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
Isla Mujeres is an island where the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea meet, about 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) off the Yucatán Peninsula coast in the State of Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is approximately 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) long and 650 metres (2,130 ft) wide. To the east is the Caribbean Sea with a strong surf and rocky coast, and to the west the skyline of Cancún can be seen across the water. In the 2010 census, the namesake town on the island had a population of 12,642. The town is the seat of Isla Mujeres Municipality. It is located within the Eastern Standard Time Zone, which is UTC-5.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Isla Mujeres?
Popular catches here include Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Atlantic Sailfish, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna and Roosterfish.
Do you need a fishing license at Isla Mujeres?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Isla Mujeres?
Blue Marlin fishing is usually best around Jul-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Isla Mujeres right now?
Right now Blue Marlin is the most likely catch, at about 26%.