Catch More Carp In Hot Weather With These Tips | David Rosemeier

One More Cast's German and European Carp Fishing expert David Rosemeier shares his best tips for fishing in the height of the summer months when the temperatures hit the top!

I'll admit, I'm not a really focussed summer angler. While I really step on the gas in the spring and autumn, I prefer to scale down my energy levels in summer.

High temperatures, a lack of oxygen in the water, lots of weed, plenty of natural food and lots of hustle and bustle at the public quarry pond are just a handful of reasons why I lack the motivation to get out on the water now.

Especially in temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius you're more likely to seek out the water to cool off than to go fishing. However, the height of summer can be very productive if you go about it the right way. I'll show you how it works!

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Favour deeper waters

The biggest problem at high temperatures is the lack of oxygen under water. Every extra gram of food fermenting at the bottom of the water adds pressure. Putting additional strain on such waters and especially the fish there by fishing is definitely not a good idea.

Fortunately, oxygen deficiency does not occur in every body of water, so my first tip is to make sure there are sufficient oxygen conditions when choosing a body of water to fish in the mid-summer.

If fish move around lethargically or gasp for oxygen on the surface, especially in small bodies of water, such as a club pond or a peat pond, these are signs of a lack of oxygen.

On the other hand, deep quarry ponds are hardly susceptible due to their size. Summer rain and wind carry significantly more oxygen into the water here. Barrages or weirs on the river are also real hotspots now, as they create sufficient oxygen too.

Pay attention to the thermocline

When it comes to oxygen, one term should not be forgotten: the thermocline! This typically forms in the upper part of lakes in summer. Solar radiation warms the surface water, while the deep water remains colder. There is a temperature difference between the layers, as warm water is lighter than cold water.

The thermocline acts as a barrier for the exchange of heat, oxygen and nutrients between the layers. If the oxygen in the lower layer is depleted, there is no basis for carp to live here. You can locate the thermocline using a thermometer with depth measurement.

Migratory fishing

With the power of the sun, the amount of food in the water explodes. This means that our lures and traps have great natural competition.

There are two approaches that are effective now. One is to fish along the carp's migration routes. Cutting paths in the weed or headlands running into the water where the fish orientate themselves are a guarantee for catches. The same applies to prominent spots such as edges, sunken trees and pushover points, which the carp regularly visit.

As the fish are on the move a lot, they also cover long distances and will inevitably pass these areas. It therefore makes perfect sense to present your rig here ready and waiting for them to arrive. 

Long-term feeding area in summer

The other option is to establish a long-term feeding area in summer. The motto here is "offer lots of good food as an alternative". It has been found that compact places are much more attractive to the fish in summer than widely scattered ones.

A compact feeding area is definitely a good alternative to the natural food supply. The carp can fill their bellies here without much effort.

When fishing such spots, I also vary my rig and prefer to tie it a little shorter than at other fishing spots.

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Take advantage of changes in the weather

A change in the weather can work wonders, especially in summer. While no fish land on the mat for days on end, there are always heatwaves, rain showers or wind that encourage the fish to feed and change the results for anglers.

Against the background of the oxygen input, this is actually clear. Even if storms and constant rain are anything but pleasant for us anglers, they can really get the carp going.

Therefore, keep an eye on the weather and you can experience some truly amazing moments.

Particles instead of boilies

There are those situations in summer when boilies simply don't work. They don't stay on the hair long enough when there are a lot of white fish and crayfish. On the other hand, tiger nuts are successful and are avoided by the blackheads. So if you regularly notice that the bait has been eaten away, try using particles, especially tiger nuts.

Escape the hustle and bustle

Once again, the fishing spots are occupied by bathers, families or groups of young people - you know the drill... In summer, most public waters are a focal point for crowds of people and you just want to have your peace and quiet when fishing. As a rule, you can't change this fact and you either have to accept it or look for time slots in which you can escape the hustle and bustle.

In combination with a long-term feeding place, this can be a short night before work, for example. But even at the weekend, there isn't that much going on at the lake in the morning. With a short, well-prepared set-up, you can not only escape the crowds, but also the warm midday heat.

Get through the summer safely! I wish you a successful time on the water!

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Despite his young age, author David Rosemeier is already an integral part of the German fishing scene and has turned his hobby into his profession. David is passionate about the adventures he experiences on the bank and can always be found on the big waters in Germany and abroad.