Fishing Report
Dutchman Lake Fishing Report
Buncombe, IL
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Oct 27, 2026 at 3:40 PM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
37.490852, -88.921036
Est. water temp
70.8°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Buncombe (Johnson County, IL).
Today’s bite
Bluegill fishing report
Best window today: 3 PM (Excellent · 97/100)
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How to catch them at Dutchman Lake
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 6-18 ft
Bluegill fishing report →Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 5-15 ft
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Location
Dutchman Lake · 37.4909, -88.9210
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FAQ
Common questions
What fish are in Dutchman Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Bluegill and Largemouth Bass in Dutchman Lake.
When's the best time to fish Dutchman Lake?
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Dutchman Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Dutchman Lake?
Dutchman Lake is near Buncombe, IL, at 37.4909, -88.9210.
Plan your trip to Dutchman Lake
Get the hour-by-hour bite forecast and the best times to fish Dutchman Lake, scored against live National Weather Service weather for this exact spot — showing what every input contributed and how well the evidence supports it.