SlotGaugeCheck a catchWeakfish regulations in Connecticut
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Weakfish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut marine waters | Open year-round | 16 inch minimum | 1 per person per day |
Exact CT DEEP wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 16 inches
- Limit
- 1 fish per angler
- statewide — as printed
- “Weakfish (Sea Trout): Minimum length: 16 inches; Daily creel limit: 1 fish per angler; Open Season: Open Year Round”
Source: CT DEEP, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the weakfish
Genus of fishes
Cynoscion is a genus of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family, Sciaenidae, the drums and croakers. These fish are found off the coasts of North and South America in the western Atlantic and eastern Pacific Oceans. Many fish in this genus have been given the common name weakfish.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Weakfish in Connecticut?
16 inch minimum in Connecticut state waters.
How many Weakfish can you keep per day in Connecticut?
1 per person per day.
When is Weakfish season in Connecticut?
Open year-round.
Is my Weakfish a keeper today?
A weakfish is a keeper today if it measures at least 16 inches, with a daily limit of 1.