Today, December 6th, 2024, in Islamorada, Florida, the fishing conditions are looking promising, especially with the winter bite in full swing. The cold fronts that have been rolling in have dropped the water temperatures into the 60s, which is ideal for catching several species.

### Tidal Report
This morning, we had a high tide at 00:50 AM with a height of 0.23 meters (0.74 feet), followed by a low tide at 9:27 AM with a height of 0.01 meters (0.02 feet). The next high tide will be at 2:54 PM with a height of 0.13 meters (0.43 feet), and the evening low tide at 8:35 PM with a height of 0.08 meters (0.27 feet)[2].

### Weather
The weather forecast indicates that winter will be cooler than usual, with late November and December being particularly chilly. We can expect above-normal rainfall, but for now, the cold fronts are bringing clear skies and cooler temperatures[3].

### Sunrise and Sunset
Today's sunrise was at 6:54 AM, and the sunset will be at 5:33 PM, giving us a good 10 hours and 39 minutes of daylight[4].

### Fish Activity
Yesterday's fishing trip was quite successful, especially around the cold fronts. We targeted the Cape and got into a decent snook bite early on. As the day warmed up, the bite improved significantly. Black drum, redfish, and sheepshead are also more active when the water temperatures dip into the 60s[1].

### Best Lures and Bait
For snook, using live bait such as shrimp or pinfish is highly effective. For black drum and redfish, shrimp or crabs work well. Sheepshead can be caught using fiddler crabs or small shrimp. Lures like jigs and spoons can also be effective, especially during the changing tides.

### Hot Spots
The Cape is a hot spot right now, especially during the early morning and late afternoon when the fish are more active. Another good spot is around the bridges and structure areas where sheepshead and black drum tend to congregate.

Overall, with the right bait and timing, today should be a great day for fishing in Islamorada. Make sure to dress warmly and be patient, as the cold fronts can sometimes slow down the bite, but the rewards are well worth it.