Wels Catfish (Wels) Fishing Forecast
Silurus glanis
Europe's largest freshwater fish. Wels are true warm-water fish: muggy summer nights and approaching thunderstorm fronts trigger the best bites, while they lie dormant all winter.
Quick facts
- Preferred water temperature: 20–28 °C
- Best seasons: summer
- Best weather: overcast, partly cloudy, light rain
- Water type: freshwater
Seasonal activity
| Season | Activity |
|---|---|
| Spring | 40% |
| Summer | 95% |
| Fall | 50% |
| Winter | 1% |
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