Water temp for kings

[swatwood]

Just curious as to what temp range most people prefer to set their riggers at. I seem to shoot for around 48-50 degrees but got a king in 55 degree water on Monday so wondering if I should work my spread in a little warmer temps. I appreciate any input. I know this is not an exact science but trying to learn a bit more to be a better salmon fisherman. Thanks for any input. 

[HB2]

I park my probe rigger at 50 deg  and set lines above and below that . 

 

Temp is overated IMO . I've caught them in ice water to 70 deg . If you are not hooking up , it's probably not because of temp . But 50 deg  to me is a good starting point .  

Edited 2 hours ago by HB2

[Salty Nut]

I think temp is important especially so certain times of the year and even during the specific day, feeding versus not feeding. Fish get caught all over the temp range for sure, this time of year you will do better with your presentation in the cold water.

Catching a king in 55 degree water is normal, he was likely chasing bait in that temp range.

Summer kings for me is cold water, unless i am on a bait mass up high with fish marks in it