Seeing that weather conditions may be one of the most important factors to consider when fishing I have started to be much more diligent about studying patterns and results in varying weather. I understand that nothing knocks the fish quite like a sharp cold front showing up. On the other hand I understand that a lower pressure system can cause fish to feed at a much higher clip. The problem that I have found is that these two things often come together. I think one could see where the issue would arise here. So my question is, knowing that every body of water and every situation is different, how much colder is too much colder and how low is low enough to make a difference? Also, how should one change their approach when the conditions occur? Feel free to also add on changing approach for other weather shifts as well. Keep in mind I do the majority of my fishing in ponds, but some rivers and lakes as well. Thanks! 

Pre-frontal conditions (ahead of high pressure) generally offer enhanced fishing activity.

Post-frontal conditions (after the front arrives) generally offer depressed activity.

 

Roger

27 minutes ago, RoLo said:

Pre-frontal conditions (ahead of high pressure) generally offer enhanced fishing activity.

Post-frontal conditions (after the front arrives) generally offer depressed activity.

 

Roger

Thanks Roger!

The debate rages on, but I believe that changing light conditions are more important than barometric pressure.

Pre-frontal conditions are typically accompanied by overcast skies and low-light, which tend to improve fishing

On the other hand, post-frontal conditions are typically accompanied by bright sun and high blues skies,

which tend to suppress fishing activity (needless to say, there are no hard rules in fishing).

So even without a barometer, the light level gives the angler a heads up.

 

Roger