If you're heading out to fish in the Gulf of Mexico, particularly around the Texas coast, here’s what you need to know for today, November 7, 2024.

### Weather and Tides
The weather is looking good with sunny and warm conditions, although late week AM thunderstorms are expected as southeast winds pick up. Tides are normal to above normal, kept in by steady southeast winds through the weekend. Sunrise is at about 6:45 AM, and sunset will be around 5:20 PM.

### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw excellent fishing conditions, especially around the jetties and areas like Port Aransas and the South Jetty. Redfish, both slot-sized and bull reds, were active and biting well. Trout were also plentiful, particularly with croaker or shrimp free-lined along rocks. Black drum have been great on shrimp, and silver spoons have been producing good results for redfish at both the north and south jetties.

### Best Lures and Bait
For redfish, silver spoons, shrimp, and cut mullet or menhaden are your best bets. Trout are responding well to croaker or shrimp, and black drum are hitting shrimp consistently. If you're fly fishing, consider using small hair bugs, gurglers, or poppers, especially for picky and spooky reds. For trout, use large streamers early in the morning and switch to sight-casting with tan, slow-sinking flies as the sun rises.

### Hot Spots
Port Aransas is a hot spot right now, particularly the north and south jetties where redfish and trout are abundant. The areas around the rocks and shallow waters near these jetties are also producing good catches. Another good spot is the Gulf Coast around Rockport, where you can find trout and redfish cruising on white sand and grass flats, especially mid-day.

### Additional Tips
When fishing in these areas, consider wading to lower your profile, especially in shallow lakes and skinny flats. Use 10' to 12' tapered leaders with 12# to 16# fluorocarbon tippets in clear water. Be mindful of duck hunters on shorelines and back lake systems, and remember to release large female trout to help with conservation efforts.

With these conditions and tips, you're set for a great day of fishing on the Texas Gulf Coast.