How often will information update from the satellites to your boat and to the Fish Mapping App?
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
- Plankton Concentration
- Plankton Front Strength
Updated every Tuesday and Friday by 5 AM (ET):
Why do weed lines appear and disappear?
There are several reasons weed imagery can be blocked by cloud cover causing the satellite to not see them. Additionally, weeds can be moved by winds, waves and currents, and they can also disperse and sink below the surface.
Will there be additional fish species added to the Fishing Recommendations feature?
The following 6 species are the current list of Fishing Recommendation locations. More species may be added in the future.
- Tuna
- Mahi
- Swordfish
- Billfish
- Wahoo
- Kingfish
What hardware do I need for Fish Mapping service?
You will need to have a Garmin GXM 54, Raymarine SR200, Simrad or Lowrance WM-4, or Furuno BBWX4 receiver/antenna installed on your boat. Information on compatible hardware can be found
here.
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 and the Gulf of Mexico.
See Coverage Map .
Will I always see Fishing Recommendations in my area when using Fish Mapping?
Fishing Recommendations are locations oceanographers recommend with the ideal conditions for finding specific types of game fish. Locations are based on their expert analysis to help you find the types of fish you’re looking for, faster. Note that if conditions are not ideal for the selected species in your area, a Fishing Recommendation zone will not be displayed. In this case, use the other Fish Mapping features in combination to find the most favorable fishing conditions in areas you plan to fish.
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. Fish Mapping data is provided by Maxar and their team of oceanographers. 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 plan is $109.99/month and includes all Offshore Weather features (a $64.99 value) 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 - Friday from 8 AM - 8 PM ET.
Are there any long-term subscription requirements for SiriusXM Marine Fish Mapping service?
No. You can subscribe monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annually. 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 - Friday 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?
Yes, the fishing features from Fish Mapping are available online! You can access them via your phone or tablet at anytime to help plan your trip. Download the Fish Mapping App from your
iOS or
Android app store.
What is available on the Fish Mapping App?
The Fish Mapping app includes all 8 fishing features available on your boat’s display, plus app exclusive features including ocean currents, historical data, convergence zones, custom routing and a measuring tool on their phone or tablet while on shore to help plan their trip.
More questions about the app? View the tab for the full app FAQs.
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.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 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 across our entire service coverage area. We do not charge customers per analysis.
How long does it take to receive all the most updated fish mapping information?
It will take no more than 20 minutes from the time you first power 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. You may suspend your service for up to 6 months when your boat is not in use.