Complete Guide to Summer Fish in Stardew Valley: Locations and Tips

Fishing in Stardew Valley changes with the seasons, and Summer offers a wide variety of unique fish to catch in this beloved cozy game.

Not only is fishing a relaxing activity in Stardew Valley, but it is also crucial for completing objectives like fixing up the Community Center. To meet specific seasonal fish requirements, you will need to be vigilant about Summer catches in addition to those from Spring, Winter, and Fall.

If you’re interested in the different types of Summer fish you can find in the Valley, we’re here to help.

All Summer Fish in Stardew Valley

Below is a comprehensive list of all Summer fish available in Stardew Valley, including their locations and any required weather conditions for their appearance.

We have also linked guides on how to catch specific fish by clicking their names:

Fish	Location	Weather	Time of Day
Catfish	Town River, Forest Rivers, Secret Woods Pond, and the Witch’s Swamp	Raining	6am-12am
Crimsonfish	East Pier on the Beach in Stardew ValleyMust be Fishing Level 5 to catch	Any	Any
Dorado	Town River and Cindersap Forest	Any	6am-7pm
Flounder	Ocean	Any	6am-8pm
Halibut	Ocean	Any	6am-11am & 7pm-2am
Octopus	Ocean	Any	6am-1pm
Pike	Town River, Forest Pond, and Cindersap Forest	Any	Any
Pufferfish	Ocean	Sunny	12pm-4pm
Rainbow Trout	Town River, Cindersap Forest, and Mountain Lake	Sunny	6am-7pm
Red Mullet	Ocean	Any	6am-7pm
Red Snapper	Ocean	Raining	6am-7pm
Shad	Town River and Cindersap Forest	Raining	9am-2am
Sturgeon	Mountain Lake	Any	6am-7pm
Sunfish	Town River and Cindersap Forest	Sunny or Windy	6am-7pm
Super Cucumber	Ocean	Any	6pm-2am
Tilapia	Ocean	Any	6am-2pm
Tuna	Ocean	Any	6am-7pm

In the image below, you will find custom icons that mark each location for Summer fish. We’ve included a key for easy reference:

A map screenshot from Stardew Valley with custom map markers detailing Summer fishing locations. — Source: dexerto

Map Key

Purple – Town River
Yellow – Forest River / Cindersap Forest
Red – Secret Woods Pond
Light Blue – Witch’s Swamp
Dark Blue – Ocean
Pink – East Pier on the Beach
Brown – Mountain Lake

It’s essential to note that some fish may be more challenging to catch than others, and using the correct bait on your fishing rod will significantly aid in reeling in rare fish.

If you don’t have the proper level or the right pole for bait or tackle just yet, don’t worry; continuous fishing will help you level up. We also offer a comprehensive fishing guide that includes tips for achieving the perfect catch.

Best Summer Fish Locations

The ideal fishing spot during Summer will depend on your personal preferences and the specific fish you’re looking to catch. However, based on the above information, the Ocean provides the highest variety during this season.

A screenshot of a player fishing in Summer in Stardew Valley. — Source: dexerto / ConcernedApe

Summer brings a large variety of fish to catch.

If you’re eager to catch diverse species, fishing in the Ocean during Summer is your best bet.

Most Profitable Summer Fish

Here are the Summer fish that can yield the highest profits:

Lava Eel: 700g – 2,100g.
Ice Pip: 500g – 1,500g.
Super Cucumber: 250g – 700g.
Catfish: 200g – 600g.
Pufferfish: 200g – 600g.
Stonefish: 300g – 900g.

Keep in mind that various factors influence the selling price, such as whether you’ve unlocked specific perks and the type of rod you use. Nevertheless, even at their minimum prices, the fish listed above are among the best options for selling.

Maximizing Gold Earnings

Once you reach fishing Level 5, you’ll unlock the Fisher profession, allowing you to earn 25% more Gold from fish sales.

At Level 10, you can choose the Angler profession to earn 50% more Gold from all sold fish (note that this does not stack with the initial 25% bonus you earned). Therefore, if you want to maximize your fishing income, we recommend continuing to fish until you level up and secure these profession perks.

That covers everything we know about Summer fish in Stardew Valley.

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