Solunar Tables and Best Fishing Times for Jacksonville Branch, Illinois in 2026

Fish Activity for Jacksonville Branch

Based on fish activity forecast, today is good time to go fishing in Illinois, Jacksonville Branch with a fish activity scores of 41.

Best times to go fishing are the following:

From 03:11 to 05:41
From 15:35 to 18:05

Second best times to go fishing are the following:

From 11:39 to 13:09
From 20:31 to 22:01

Fish activity tip

The fish activity algorithm is calculated based on solunar theory, tides and other factors. Tides create water movement that triggers feeding behavior, while solunar periods pinpoint optimal feeding times. Additionally, falling barometric pressure, signaling approaching weather changes, increases fish activity. Our fish activity algorithm combines these factors, assisting anglers in making informed decisions for more productive fishing trips.

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Weather for Jacksonville Branch

The weather in Jacksonville Branch is Cloudy with a temperature of 23°. The lowest temperature today is 15°, while the highest is 24°.

The air pressure is Falling and currently stands at 1011 hPa. The air humidity is 88%, while the UV Index is rated as moderate (3).

There is a breeze with a wind speed of 4.1 m/s with gusts of 7.4 m/s. The wind direction is 206° SSW.

Weather tip

Fishing weather conditions, including wind, humidity and air pressure, have a substantial impact on angling success. Knowing wind conditions helps you choose the right spot and techniques. Lower humidity often means more active fish, while high humidity can make them less responsive. Falling pressure stimulates feeding, while rising pressure may lead to reduced activity.

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Solunar for Jacksonville Branch

The moon phase in Jacksonville Branch is waxing crescent. The illumination level is at 25.1% and it has been 4.9 days since the last new moon. The current distance to the moon is 405,383 km.

Today the moon rises at 12:24 and sets at 21:16 local time.

The sunrise in Jacksonville Branch today is at 07:10, while the sun sets at 18:21 local time. The dawn starts at 06:42, while dusk finishes at 18:48. The zenith, which is the highest point of the sun in Jacksonville Branch today, is at 12:45 local time.

Solunar tip

During "major" feeding times, when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot, fish are more active due to heightened gravitational forces, leading to increased feeding activity. "Minor" feeding times, occurring when the moon is at a 90-degree angle to the sun, also result in improved fish activity.

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Waterway: Jacksonville Branch

39° 48.886200′, -89° 42.006000′

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