Fishing Report
Big Lake Fishing Report
Banner, IL
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Sep 9, 2026 at 1:02 PM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
40.465595, -89.914835
Est. water temp
79.7°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Banner (Fulton County, IL).
Today’s bite
Channel Catfish fishing report
Best window today: 11 PM (Excellent · 94/100)
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How to catch them at Big Lake
Channel Catfish feed most actively at Night, when activity runs about 36% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 1-9 ft
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Location
Big Lake · 40.4656, -89.9148
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Big Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Channel Catfish in Big Lake.
When's the best time to fish Big Lake?
Channel Catfish feed most actively at Night, when activity runs about 36% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Big Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Big Lake?
Big Lake is near Banner, IL, at 40.4656, -89.9148.
Plan your trip to Big Lake
Get the hour-by-hour bite forecast and the best times to fish Big Lake, scored against live National Weather Service weather for this exact spot — showing what every input contributed and how well the evidence supports it.