January Fly Fishing in the Florida Keys & Everglades

Weather Patterns in January

January fishing in the Florida Keys and Everglades is shaped by cold fronts sweeping down from the north. These fronts drop air and water temperatures, often blowing water out of shallow bays and backcountry flats, leaving them nearly dry at low tide. Early mornings can be chilly, and fish respond by stacking in deeper creeks, rivers, and channels where the water is more stable. This concentration of fish creates excellent opportunities for anglers targeting snook, redfish, black drum, sheepshead, and even the occasional tarpon in winter.