Colchester Tide Times
Stay informed with accurate tide times for Colchester, England. Plan your coastal activities with confidence using our up-to-date forecasts for high and low tides throughout the week, along with today's sunrise and sunset times.
Tides for Today
Today's tide times for Colchester start with a low tide at 7:10 am, reaching 0.8 meters in the morning. A high tide occurs at 1:22 pm, peaking at 4.0 meters in the afternoon. Low tide sets in at 7:31 pm, with the water level falling to 0.8 meters.
The current moon phase is Full Moon — The Full Moon is the only time when a lunar eclipse can occur, but it doesn't happen every month because the Moon's orbit is tilted! Tonight, the Moon will rise at 9:54 pm and set at 6:11 am.
Sunrise in Colchester is at 6:31 am, with sunset at 9:31 pm.
For a full breakdown of Colchester tide times, see the complete tide chart below.
Low
*
0.8m*
High
4.0m
Low
*
0.8m*
Tide Times for Rest of Week
High
4.2m
Low
*
0.8m*
High
4.2m
Low
*
0.8m*
High
4.3m
Low
*
0.9m*
High
4.3m
Low
*
0.9m*
High
4.4m
Low
*
0.9m*
High
4.4m
Low
*
0.9m*
High
4.3m
Low
*
0.9m*
High
4.4m
Low
*
0.9m*
High
4.2m
Low
*
0.8m*
High
4.3m
Low
*
0.9m*
High
3.9m
Low
*
0.8m*
High
4.2m
Low
*
0.8m*
Fun & Interesting Facts About Colchester
- The tidal gauge at Colchester is part of a broader network that monitors sea-level changes in the context of climate change and its impacts on coastal areas.
- Colchester is situated on the River Colne, where tidal influences can significantly affect both the ecology and the local economy, particularly in fishing and shipping sectors.
- The area surrounding the tide station is rich in history, with Colchester being one of the oldest recorded towns in Britain, known for its Roman heritage.
- The tides at Colchester can affect the availability of various recreational activities, such as sailing and fishing, especially during peak high tides when access to certain areas may change.
- The town itself features a historic quay, reflecting its importance as a port in earlier times, with ongoing interest in maritime heritage linked to tidal movements.
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