Good Morning from Sebastian Florida

Good morning from the dock along the Indian River Lagoon in Sebastian, Florida. Here’s your daily waterfront weather, fishing, and wildlife report for Monday April 20, 2026.

Well the winds are back and man they don't mean maybe.  No fishing or the likes today!  Laundry without fishing is just laundry.  =(

🌤 Waterfront Weather Conditions

 

Time: 9 AM

Air Temperature: 73°F

Humidity: 78%

Wind Direction & Speed: NorthEast at 20+ MPH

Tide Stage: Low at 8 AM (0.0) and High around 1 PM (0.4)


Water Clarity: Cloudy from all the wind

Water Conditions: Choppy with occasional white caps cresting.  Rough and rising

General Observations:  Look at how little influence the tides have here on water levels.  Low of 0.0 means it doesn't actually get any lower and a High of 0.4 means 4 tenths of an inch rise.  On the coast of GA where I spent a lot of my life has 7 feet to 10 feet in change with highs and lows.  Amazing.  Every coast is different!

Lagoon Living Tip for the Day:

Watch what you fertilize—and when.

Excess fertilizer runoff is one of the biggest contributors to lagoon pollution. Use slow-release, lagoon-friendly fertilizers and avoid applying them before heavy rains.

 

🎣 Fishing Activity & Wildlife Sightings

Hunkered down for the wind.  I saw 1 seagull and it was struggling to get where it was going.

 

🌊 Indian River Lagoon Insight

Featured Organization: Keep Brevard Beautiful

Keep Brevard Beautiful is a nonprofit focused on environmental cleanup, waste reduction, and community beautification throughout the Space Coast, including areas surrounding the Indian River Lagoon. They organize regular cleanups, anti-litter campaigns, and educational programs that directly reduce debris entering the lagoon.

 

Their work makes it easy for residents to take part in keeping waterways clean and protecting local wildlife.

 

🏡 Sebastian & Vero Beach Real Estate Update & Suggestion of The Day

Understand seawall condition before you close.

On waterfront properties, the seawall is just as important as the house itself. Repairs or replacements can cost tens of thousands of dollars. Always inspect for cracks, bowing, or erosion—and ask about age and permits.

Considering Buying or Selling Lagoon Lifestyle Property?

If you’re considering buying or selling a home in Sebastian, Vero Beach, or anywhere along the Treasure Coast, I’m always happy to provide current market insight and personalized guidance.

Chris Norris
www.chrisnorrisrealestate.com
772.268.1511

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