Cold Weather Impacts Lobster Prices in Long Island
Cold Weather Impacts Lobster Prices in Long Island
US · Published Mar 9, 2026
Severe cold weather in the Northeast is driving up lobster prices in Long Island due to reduced fishing catches.
Lobsters are moving further offshore to escape cold waters, complicating fishing efforts and raising operational costs.
Lobster rolls in the Hamptons could reach nearly $50 this summer due to the scarcity of lobsters caused by frigid temperatures.
Northeast cold impacts lobster fishing, prices rise
The recent cold spell in the Northeast is causing significant disruptions to lobster fishing and driving up prices in Long Island. Frigid temperatures have made it difficult for fishing boats to operate, leading to a reduced lobster catch and impacting the supply chain. Reports indicate that lobster rolls in the Hamptons could reach nearly $50 this summer due to the scarcity of lobsters.
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