If you're planning to hit the Charles River in Boston today, here's what you can expect:

First off, the tidal conditions are favorable. The current tide height is at 3.66 feet and rising, with the next high tide expected in about 3 hours and 27 minutes. The first high tide of the day was at 8:06 AM, reaching a height of 8.56 feet, and the second high tide will be at 8:18 PM, hitting 9.38 feet. The low tides are at 1:43 AM and 1:57 PM, with heights of 0.82 feet and 1.87 feet, respectively.

The weather is looking pleasant, with cloudy skies and a temperature of 61 degrees. The day's temperature range is expected to be between 60 and 75 degrees. There's a light breeze with a wind speed of 2.8 mph and gusts up to 6.2 mph, coming from the west. The air pressure is rising, and the humidity is at 94%.

Sunrise today was at 6:38 AM, and sunset will be at 6:34 PM, giving you plenty of daylight for your fishing trip.

Fish activity is promising, especially during the early morning and late evening hours. Yesterday, anglers reported catching a mix of school-sized striped bass, with some larger ones in the 18-22 inch range. There were also reports of small pollock and the occasional bluefish. The fish have been less finicky lately, making them more accessible to various lures and baits.

For striped bass, using resin jigs like Joe Baggs jigs, which sink quickly into the strike zone, have been highly effective. Soft plastics and tube-and-worm setups are also recommended, especially when fishing the edges of eel grass. Live bait such as eels and shiners have been selling briskly and have proven successful, particularly for night fishing.

Some of the best spots to try your luck include the area near Pope John II Park, where you can launch a kayak and work the edge of the eel grass. Another hot spot is between the Tobin Bridge and the Amelia Earhart Dam, where the tranquil waters have been attracting bass and other species. The bridge and pier pilings in this area are also worth exploring, as they often hold sea perch and other species.

Overall, it's a good day to be out on the Charles River, so grab your gear and make the most of these favorable conditions.