For November 24, 2024, in the San Francisco Bay area, here’s what you can expect for your fishing trip:

First, let's look at the tidal conditions. Today, the high tide is at 7:10 AM with a height of 5.2 feet, and the next high tide will be at 6:41 PM with a height of 4.0 feet. The low tide is at 1:11 PM with a height of 2.0 feet[3].

Weather-wise, expect a typical late fall day with cool temperatures and possibly some wind. Sunrise was at 7:00 AM, and sunset will be at 4:52 PM, giving you about 9 hours and 52 minutes of daylight[3].

For fish activity, Dungeness crab fishing has been excellent lately. Yesterday, boats in the area reported significant catches of Dungeness crab. For example, the California Dawn II out of Berkeley brought in 290 Dungeness crab, along with some lingcod and rockfish[1].

If you're targeting Dungeness crab, the best spots include areas around Berkeley, Emeryville, and Half Moon Bay. The Lady K and New Huck Finn out of Emeryville also had successful crabbing trips, with the New Huck Finn catching 230 Dungeness crab and 275 sanddab[1].

For other species, rockfish and lingcod are also active. The Sea Wolf out of Emeryville caught 250 Dungeness crab, 1 lingcod, and 174 rockfish on a crab combo trip[1].

Surfcasters have been finding quality perch and even some striped bass from the sandy beaches north towards Moss Landing. For these species, using lures like spoons or plugs can be effective. For Dungeness crab, bait your traps with squid or anchovies, which tend to attract them well[5].

Hot spots to consider include the waters around the Berkeley Marina, Emeryville Marina, and the coastal areas of Half Moon Bay. These locations have been producing good results for both crab and rockfish.

Remember to check the local regulations and ensure you have the necessary permits before you head out. Good luck on the water