Yampa Fly Fishing Report - Wednesday, May 8, 2019
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Fishing
ReportRating: GOOD -
Historic Hatch
ConditionsLate May -
Water
Flows63 cfs -
Weather
Current/Forecast41 F
Fishing Conditions: GOOD
Somewhat Crowded
Fly Fishing Report Date:
Wednesday, May 8, 2019Weather & Water Conditions
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| Temp: 48-51 | Temp: 36-39 |
| Sky: Overcast | Flow: 120 |
| Wind: None | Clarity: Slightly Off |
| Precip: None | Runoff: Yes (All Day) |
Colorado Stream Update: Fishing has been good! - Be cautious of spawning fish
Current Conditions at Yampa:
The Yampa has been fishing good as warmer weather has brought spring in nicely. From now until true run-off sets in, expect flows and water clarity to be fussy. With that in mind, nymphing attractor flies followed by a more selective offering has been finding fish regularly. Patterns like PT's, 20-inchers, leeches and small gurdle bugs are a good place to start. Expect fishing to be best in the mornings and slow down as the snowmelt turns the water off-color. Target deep slow runs.
The weather is warming up outside and it is beginning to look like spring again! For a good chance at hooking a big fish try dead drifting mayfly patterns. Our guides suggest productive patterns like the Zebra Midge or Money Midge. Be sure and watch your step as the fish are beginning to spawn and eggs can be found throughout the river. The fishing is good. Overcast skies and 48-51 degree weather. The water temperature was between 36-39 degrees and Slightly Off.
Likely Catch
Species: Rainbow
Weight: 3 lbs 0 oz
Length: 18 inches
Girth: 10 inches
Rainbow Trout Female
Rainbow Trout Male
Current Insect Hatches at Yampa
Insect Type: Midge
Insect: Black Midge
Color: Black
Size: 20
Time: PM
Insect Type: Mayfly
Insect: Blue Winged Olive
Color: Olive
Size: 20
Time: PM
Recommended Flies for Yampa
Fly: Flashback Hare's Ear
Color: Gray
Size: 18
Time: All Day
Flashback Hare's Ear
Fly: Buckskin Caddis
Color: Creamish Olive
Size: 18
Time: All Day
Buckskin Caddis
Fly: Prince Nymph
Color: Brown
Size: 18
Time: All Day
Prince Nymph
Colorado Hatch Conditions for Late May
Caddisflies |
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Insects: Little Sister Sedge
Color: Green to Greenish Brown
Dates: May 15 – Aug 30
Emergence: Afternoon & Evening
Size: 14-16
Spinner Fall: NA
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Insects: Little Tan Short Horn Sedge
Color: Dark Brown to Yellow
Dates: Mar 1 – Aug 30
Emergence: Sporadic
Size: 14-16
Spinner Fall: NA
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Insects: Spotted Sedge
Color: Brownish Yellow
Dates: May 15 – Sep 30
Emergence: Sporadic
Size: 10-12
Spinner Fall: NA
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Mayflies |
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Insects: Blue Winged Olive
Color: Light Olive Brown to Brown Olive
Dates: Mar 1 – Nov 15
Emergence: Clouds & warmest part of day
Size: 16-18
Spinner Fall: Evening
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Insects: Western Black Quill
Color: Purplish Black to Grayish Brown
Dates: Apr 1 – Jun 30
Emergence: Mid Morning
Size: 14-12
Spinner Fall: Evening
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Midges |
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Insects: Black Midge
Color: Blackish to Black
Dates: Apr 1 – Nov 15
Emergence: All Day
Size: 18-20
Spinner Fall: 2-3 Hours
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Insects: Chocolate Brown Midge
Color: Brown to Chocolate
Dates: Feb 15 – Dec 15
Emergence: All Day
Size: 20-22
Spinner Fall: 2-3 Hours
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Insects: Micro Black Midge
Color: Blackish to Black
Dates: Mar 1 – Nov 15
Emergence: Morning
Size: 22-26
Spinner Fall: 2-3 Hours
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Insects: Snow Midge
Color: Gray to Charcoal
Dates: Jan 1 – Dec 31
Emergence: Warmest part of day
Size: 24-28
Spinner Fall: 2-3 Hours
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Stoneflies |
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Insects: Salmon Fly
Color: Black to Reddish Brown
Dates: May 15 – Jul 15
Emergence: 50-60° Water Late Morning on
Size: 4-8
Spinner Fall: NA
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Insects: Small Western
Color: Brownish
Dates: May 15 – Jul 15
Emergence: 46-56° Water Temps
Size: 14-18
Spinner Fall: NA
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Insects: Winter Black
Color: Black Brown to Reddish Olive, Mottled Brown
Dates: Apr 1 – Aug 15
Emergence: Cold Mountain Streams and Small Ponds
Size: 18-22
Spinner Fall: NA
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Terrestrials |
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Insects: Beetle
Color: Brownish to Black
Dates: May 1 – Nov 30
Emergence: All Day
Size: 10-18
Spinner Fall: NA
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Insects: Black Ant
Color: Black
Dates: May 1 – Nov 15
Emergence: All Day
Size: 20-24
Spinner Fall: NA
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Insects: Grasshopper
Color: Green to Brownish Tan
Dates: May 15 – Nov 15
Emergence: All Day
Size: 2-14
Spinner Fall: NA
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Insects: Red Ant
Color: Red to Orangish
Dates: May 1 – Oct 15
Emergence: All Day
Size: 18-22
Spinner Fall: NA
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Current Conditions
Currently: Broken Clouds
Temperature: 41 F
Temp Max: 45 F
Temp Min: 36 F
Humidity: 98%
Wind: 18 WSW mph
Pressure: 1001
Tuesday 9:00PM — 35 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 28 and 35 ℉.
Wind: 6 NNW mph; Humidity: 97%; Snow: 0.25 for next 3 hours.
Wednesday 6:00AM — 25 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 23 and 25 ℉.
Wind: 7 NNE mph; Humidity: 96%; Snow: 0.562 for next 3 hours.
Wednesday 9:00AM — 30 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 30 and 30 ℉.
Wind: 7 NNE mph; Humidity: 93%; Snow: 0.438 for next 3 hours.
Wednesday 12:00PM — 33 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 33 and 33 ℉.
Wind: 11 NNE mph; Humidity: 97%; Snow: 0.25 for next 3 hours.
Wednesday 3:00PM — 36 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 36 and 36 ℉.
Wind: 13 NNE mph; Humidity: 94%; Snow: 0.312 for next 3 hours.
Wednesday 6:00PM — 35 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 35 and 35 ℉.
Wind: 12 NE mph; Humidity: 93%; Snow: 0.376 for next 3 hours.
Wednesday 9:00PM — 30 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 30 and 30 ℉.
Wind: 12 ENE mph; Humidity: 94%; Snow: 0.312 for next 3 hours.
Thursday 6:00AM — 28 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 28 and 28 ℉.
Wind: 16 E mph; Humidity: 93%; Snow: 0.438 for next 3 hours.
Thursday 9:00AM — 36 ℉ Expect overcast clouds with temperatures ranging between 36 and 36 ℉.
Wind: 19 ESE mph; Humidity: 95%;
Thursday 12:00PM — 44 ℉ Expect light rain with temperatures ranging between 44 and 44 ℉.
Wind: 28 SE mph; Humidity: 86%; Rain: 0.188 for next 3 hours.
Thursday 3:00PM — 36 ℉ Expect snow with temperatures ranging between 36 and 36 ℉.
Wind: 34 SW mph; Humidity: 97%; Snow: 4 for next 3 hours.
Thursday 6:00PM — 34 ℉ Expect snow with temperatures ranging between 34 and 34 ℉.
Wind: 19 SSW mph; Humidity: 92%; Snow: 2.5 for next 3 hours.
Thursday 9:00PM — 30 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 30 and 30 ℉.
Wind: 15 SSW mph; Humidity: 89%; Snow: 0.188 for next 3 hours.
Friday 6:00AM — 29 ℉ Expect light snow with temperatures ranging between 29 and 29 ℉.
Wind: 20 SSW mph; Humidity: 91%; Snow: 0.124 for next 3 hours.
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