SiriusXM Marine
Fish Mapping
FEATURES FISH SPECIES REQUIRED HARDWARE TRIAL OFFER FAQs CONTACT US
FEATURES
Whether you’re competing in a tournament, out fishing for fun, or taking clients on a charter trip, Fish Mapping provides the information you need to help get you to the spots where fish are most likely to be located, saving you time and fuel. This service includes all of SiriusXM Marine’s weather data plus the 8 dedicated features below for offshore anglers.
Select each feature to learn more
Fishing Recommendations
Fishing
Recommendations
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Weed Lines
Weed
Lines
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Sea Surface Height Anomaly
Sea Surface
Height Anomaly
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Sea Surface Temperature Contours
Sea Surface
Temperature Contours
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Sea Surface Temperature Front Strength
Sea Surface Temperature
Front Strength
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30m Subsurface Sea Temperature
30m Subsurface Sea
Temperatures
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Plankton Concentration Contours
Plankton Concentration
Contours
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Plankton Front Strength
Plankton
Front Strength
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Value
Value
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FISH SPECIES

Recommended locations where fishing conditions are favorable, by species

Generally speaking, use the information below in conjunction with the individual Fish Mapping features to help you identify locations with favorable fishing conditions for your target species.
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
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Mahi
Mahi
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Swordfish
Swordfish
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Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
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Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
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Wahoo
Wahoo
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REQUIRED HARDWARE

Required Hardware

The Fish Mapping service requires a Garmin GXM™ 54 Weather Receiver and a compatible Garmin display with updated software.
Garmin Receiver

Fish Mapping

Compatible Displays

GPSmap 74xx/76xx and newer displays including:
  • 74xx/76xx
  • 84xx/86xx
  • 7x2/9x2
  • 10x2/12x2/12x2t
  • 86xx xsv
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Limited-Time $250 Combined Rebate!

SiriusXM Marine and Garmin are teaming up to offer you $250 in combined rebates on the GXM 54. In addition to the 2020 SiriusXM Marine $100 rebate, you can also get a $150 limited-time rebate from Garmin through March 31, 2020. Click "Rebate Info" button below for more details.

REBATE INFO
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FAQs

Frequenty Asked Questions

How often will information update, i.e., how often do the satellites make a pass over?
Updated every 3 hours:
  • Sea Surface Temperature Contours
Updated every day by 5 AM (ET):
  • Sea Surface Height Anomaly
  • Sea Surface Temperature Front Strength
  • 30m Subsurface Temperatures
  • Weed Lines
Updated every day by 10 AM (ET):
  • Plankton Concentration
  • Plankton Front Strength
Updated every Tuesday and Friday by 5 AM (ET):
  • Fishing Recommendations
Why do weed lines appear and disappear (clouds, wind etc.)?
This is due to the seasonality of weed lines plus clouds, currents, wind, weather conditions.

Will there be additional fish species added to the Fishing Recommendations feature?
The following 6 species are the initial list of Fishing Recommendation locations. More species may be added in the future.
  • Bluefin Tuna
  • Mahi
  • Swordfish
  • Blue Marlin
  • Yellowfin Tuna
  • Wahoo
What hardware do I need for Fish Mapping service?
You will need to have a Garmin GXM 54 weather receiver/antenna installed on your boat. Information on this hardware can be found here. Stay tuned for compatibility with additional hardware brands.

What are the areas where the Fish Mapping service is available?
SiriusXM Marine Fish Mapping subscribers are able to receive service from anywhere within the SiriusXM satellite footprint, which blankets the 48 contiguous states, Southern Canada and international waters extending hundreds of miles into the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. See Coverage Map.

Where does SiriusXM Marine Weather and Fish Mapping Data come from?

The Weather Company, the industry-leading professional weather service supplier for over 25 years, is the source for the weather information for SiriusXM Marine Weather. Our weather and fishing data combines NOAA data with information from other government, research, commercial and proprietary sources, and creates timely, accurate weather and fishing information using the most reliable, sophisticated analysis methods and processes in practice today. 

How much does SiriusXM Marine Fish Mapping cost per month?
The Fish Mapping service package is $99.99/month plus any applicable activation fee or taxes. You can pay monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annually. For more details visit SiriusXM Marine. We also allow customers to “Seasonally Suspend” service at no charge for up to 6 months when their boat is not in use.

How do I activate my SiriusXM Marine Fish Mapping service?
After your receiver is installed, connected to your compatible chartplotter/MFD product and powered up, you can activate your service online or you can call 1-844-342-0665 to activate the service. To activate, be prepared with your SiriusXM radio ID/ESN for your receiver, billing information, and subscription preference for Fish Mapping. In mere minutes after your Customer Care representative enters the information your service will be activated. The SiriusXM radio ID/ESN # of your receiver is accessible via the user interface on your weather viewer display. Hours of operation are Monday - Saturday from 8 AM - 11 PM ET and Sunday from 8 AM - 8 PM ET.

Are there any long-term contracts required for SiriusXM Marine Fish Mapping service?
No. You can subscribe on a month-to-month basis. SiriusXM will bill your credit card monthly in advance, and you may cancel your subscription at any time. There will be a $25 activation fee when you reactivate your service. We also allow customers to “Seasonally Suspend” service at no charge for up to 6 months when their boat is not in use.

How can I temporarily suspend service if I won’t be boating for a while (due to winter weather, maintenance, other)?
You can suspend your SiriusXM Marine Weather service at no cost for up to 6 months when you are not using it by calling 1-800-985-9200 and asking to suspend.

If I have questions about my SiriusXM Marine service or billing or other weather service related questions, whom do I contact?
If you have questions regarding your SiriusXM Marine service plan or billing, please contact SiriusXM Marine customer care at 1-844-342-0665. SiriusXM Marine customer care hours of operation are Monday - Saturday from 8 AM - 11 PM ET and Sunday from 8 AM - 8 PM ET. You can also email us at marine.support@siriusxm.com

Can I access SiriusXM Marine Fish Mapping service online?
SiriusXM Marine Weather and Fish Mapping services are currently available only through our satellites using compatible hardware. It is not currently available online.

What are the Terms & Conditions of SiriusXM Marine Weather and Fish Mapping services?
SiriusXM subscription and hardware are sold separately. The subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms and how to cancel, which includes calling us at 1-800-985-9200. All fees, content and features are subject to change.

NOTE: Not all devices are capable of receiving all services offered by SiriusXM. Current information and features may not be available in all locations, or on all receivers. Data displays vary by device; images are representative only. SiriusXM services may include weather and other content and emergency alert information. Such information and data is not for “safety for life,” but is merely supplemental and advisory in nature, and therefore cannot be relied upon as safety critical in connection with any aircraft, seacraft, automobile, or any other usage. SiriusXM is not responsible for any errors or inaccuracies in the data services or their use.

Do you get charged for Fish Mapping per every analysis provided, like some fishing information services do?
No. You will enjoy unlimited fishing recommendation analysis in addition to plankton concentration, weed lines, etc., and all SiriusXM Marine weather features throughout your subscription period. We do not charge customers per analysis.

How long it takes for me to receive all the most updated fish mapping information?
It will take no more than 20 minutes from the time you turn on your boat’s display to load all of the current Fish Mapping data. The information is available for subscribers within in our service coverage area. This includes when you are still at port, or on the ocean for extended fishing trips. In addition, we automatically send data updates, so there is no need for you to send out request for updates once the system is turned on.

Is there any cost to the seasonal suspension service?
No, there is no cost to suspend your service and no reactivation fee.

CONTACT US

Questions? Comments?

We’d love to get your feedback! Please email us at fish.mapping@siriusxm.com

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More Fishing. Less Guessing.™

Adding the Fish Mapping package to your boat is easy and it includes all of our weather and fishing data!

•  Purchase and install compatible hardware

  • Garmin GXM 54 receiver - Limited-time $250 combined rebate available (See below for Rebate Offer Details and Garmin Rebate Offer Details)
  • Download the latest software update for your Garmin MFD here

•  Subscribe online or call 1‑844‑342‑0665 and ask for your 1‑month trial of Fish Mapping! See Trial Offer Details below.

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- Includes option to seasonally suspend for up to 6 months per year, at no cost.
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- Includes option to seasonally suspend for up to 6 months per year, at no cost.

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SiriusXM Marine Fishing Package Features

Fish Mapping

$99.99/month
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Fishing Recommendations

View locations oceanographers recommend to find specific types of game fish, based on data-driven analysis. The locations are overlaid on your chart, can be viewed in combination with any of the other features and are updated twice per week.
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Weed Lines

View concentrations of floating algae/plants, which provide nutrients and cover, creating habitats for bait fish, shrimp, etc., and attract larger, predatory game fish. Weed lines drift and shift over time, so they can be hard to locate. Use this feature to help find where weed lines have been sighted recently, or are most likely to be forming – to help you find game fish. Updated every 24 hours.
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Sea Surface Height Anomaly

View locations where the sea surface height is noticeably different than the surrounding area using real-time radar data and models of the sea surface. View “upwelling” hot spots that create favorable conditions including nutrient-rich water that attracts bait fish and game fish. Avoid “downwelling” areas that are nutrient-poor and don’t support favorable fishing conditions. Updated every 24 hours.
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Sea Surface Temperature Contours

View contour lines where there is sea surface temperature warming. These contour lines show noticeable breaks where the water temperature is changing from cool to warm – attracting bait fish. Use these contours to help locate your target species based on their preferred temperature range. Updated every 6 hours.
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Sea Surface Temperature Front Strength

View estimated strength of ocean “fronts”, which are significant temperature changes that create distinct boundaries between bodies of water. Fronts concentrate nutrients which attract bait fish and also creates barriers to fish movement. The location of strong and very strong fronts are good places to find game fish. Updated every 24 hours.
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30m Subsurface Sea Temperatures

View the water temperature 30 meters below the surface. Different species of fish prefer specific ranges of temperatures. This feature allows you to identify areas with the preferred temperature range of your target game fish in the area below the surface where they are likely to be hunting. Updated every 24 hours.
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Plankton Concentration Contours

View contour lines which show distribution of plankton concentrations in water. Plankton is the primary food source for most bait fish, which attract hungry game fish. Updated every 24 hours.
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Plankton Front Strength

View areas with strong plankton concentration bordering areas with relatively little or no plankton. Plankton “fronts” show where murky, nutrient-rich water favorable for bait fish occurs next to clear, predator-preferred water (providing better visibility for hunting). Strong plankton fronts indicate areas for game fish feeding activity. Updated every 24 hours.
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High-Res Coastal Sea Surface Temps to 24NM Limit

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Offshore Sea Surface Temperatures beyond 24NM Limit

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NEXRAD Storm Cell Attributes

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Weather Radar - Base Reflectivity

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Cloud-to-Cloud and Cloud-to-Ground Lightning Strikes

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Tropical Storm Tracks with Windfields Observed

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Alerts Service

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Weather Watch Boxes

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Local 5 Day Weather Forecasts

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Offshore Surface Wind Forecasts

0-48 Hr

High-Resolution Coastal & Inland Surface Wind Forecasts

0-24 Hr

Weather Map with Surface Features & Isobars

0-48 Hr

Offshore Forecast Wave Height, Period & Direction

0-48 Hr

High-Resolution Coastal Wave Heights

0-24 Hr

Great Lakes Forecast Wave Height, Period & Direction

0-24 Hr

Marine Warnings

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Marine Zone Forecasts

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Tropical Weather Statements

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METARs

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Marine Observations (buoys)

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Cloud Top Images

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SUBSCRIPTION OFFER DETAILS: Fees and taxes apply. The Marine weather subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Please see our Customer Agreement at www.siriusxm.com for complete terms and how to cancel, which includes calling us at 1-866-635-2349. All fees, content and features are subject to change.

REBATE OFFER DETAILS: Purchase any new eligible marine satellite weather receiver from November 13, 2019 to December 31, 2020, activate it with any SiriusXM Marine subscription package by December 31, 2020, MAINTAIN 60 DAYS OF CONTINUOUS SERVICE, and receive a $100 SiriusXM Rewards Visa® Prepaid Card. For the subscription with this offer, you must pay with a credit card. Subscription and hardware sold separately. Fees and taxes apply. The subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Please see our Customer Agreement at www.siriusxm.com for complete terms and how to cancel, which includes calling us at 1-800-985-9200. Who May Redeem? You must be a resident of the 48 contiguous USA or D.C. (or PR for Sirius only). Submit a valid credit card (may be combined with a SiriusXM prepaid service card) at time of activation. How To Redeem? Visit www.SXMrebates.com, enter the Offer # 19-86023 and purchase date then follow all steps to submit or mail the following, postmarked by 60 days from date of activation, to the address on the Official Rebate form: (1) A completed rebate form, and (2) a copy of purchase receipt to SiriusXM Rebate Processing, Offer # 19-86023, PO Box 540035, El Paso, TX 88554-0035. Limit 1 rebate per radio, 3 per address. Eligibility / Continuing Conditions: Our Marine satellite weather service is available for sale only to those in the 48 contiguous USA and DC. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Offer not valid on pre-owned radios. Must maintain at least 60 days of continuous service to receive your rebate. How Long Will It Take? If the necessary information has been submitted by within 60 days from date of activation and before March 1, 2021, we will verify that your subscription has been activated and that the account is active and in good standing for 60 days. Your Visa Prepaid Card will be mailed to the name and address on the rebate form after submission within 4 weeks of verification of good-standing. All fees and programming subject to change. Visa Card Details: Use your card anywhere Visa debit cards are accepted. Your SiriusXM Visa Prepaid Card cannot be redeemed for cash at an ATM, is not refillable, returnable, or refundable. Use your card soon after activation because your card is subject to an Account Maintenance Fee, applied each month after six months, until the balance of the account is $0.00. See your new SiriusXM Visa Prepaid Card Cardholder Agreement for further details.

TRIAL OFFER DETAILS: Activate a new subscription to SiriusXM Marine Fish Mapping and receive your first month free (a $99.99 savings), plus get free activation (an additional $25 savings), for a combined savings of $124.99. Activations will be eligible for the Select and All Access radio packages at Family Discount rates ($11.99/mo and $16.99/mo, respectively, plus fees and taxes). A credit card is required on this offer. You must cancel during your free month to avoid being charged. At the beginning of your second month service will automatically renew thereafter every month and you will be charged at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. Please see our Customer Agreement at www.siriusxm.com for complete terms and how to cancel, which includes calling us at 1-800-985-9200. All fees, content, and features are subject to change. This offer may be combined with Rebate offers but may not be combined with any other Trial subscription offer and may be modified or terminated at any time. Subscription and hardware sold separately.

GARMIN REBATE OFFER DETAILS: To qualify for the 2020 GXM 54 Trade-up $150 Main-in Rebate, you must own an existing GXM weather qualifying antennas (GXM 51, GXM 52, GXM 53). Purchase a GXM 54 antenna from January 20, 2020, through March 31, 2020, and receive $150 mail-in rebate when registering your rebate online at Garmin.rebateaccess.com. Limit 1 rebate submission per customer. The products must be purchased in factory-new conditions. All submissions must be postmarked by April 30, 2020. This rebate is redeemable only by residents of the U.S. and Canada. Garmin reserves the right to rescind or change this offer. For Canadian residents, your Visa prepaid card will be issued in Canadian dollars. For U.S. residents, your Visa prepaid card will be issued in U.S. dollars. Recipient is responsible for any applicable taxes. This is an end consumer rebate that is not intended for Garmin dealers. Limit 1 rebate per customer. Limit 1 rebate per valid product serial number. Only the actual purchaser of the eligible Garmin product qualifies for this rebate offer. This rebate only applies to the products listed on this rebate form. Refurbished or newly overhauled products do not qualify for the rebate. Requests for multiple rebates from groups, clubs or organizations will not be honored. Void where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law.

NOTE: Not all devices are capable of receiving all services offered by SiriusXM. Current information and features may not be available in all locations, or on all receivers. Data displays vary by device; images are representative only. SiriusXM services may include weather and other content and emergency alert information. Such information and data is not for “safety for life,” but is merely supplemental and advisory in nature, and therefore cannot be relied upon as safety critical in connection with any aircraft, seacraft, automobile, or any other usage. SiriusXM is not responsible for any errors or inaccuracies in the data services or their use.

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