Dunbar Tide Times
Stay informed with accurate tide times for Dunbar, Scotland. 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 Dunbar start with a high tide at 1:51 am, reaching 4.4 meters in the night. Low tide sets in at 8:07 am, with the water level falling to 1.5 meters. A high tide occurs at 2:25 pm, peaking at 4.5 meters in the afternoon. Low tide sets in at 8:19 pm, with the water level falling to 1.7 meters.
The current moon phase is Waxing Gibbous — "Gibbous" refers to the Moon being more than half full, and during the Waxing Gibbous, it is getting closer to the Full Moon! Tonight, the Moon will rise at 9:57 pm and set at 3:05 am.
Sunrise in Dunbar is at 6:25 am, with sunset at 10:04 pm.
For a full breakdown of Dunbar tide times, see the complete tide chart below.
High
4.4m
Low
1.5m
High
4.5m
Low
1.7m
Tide Times for Rest of Week
High
4.6m
Low
1.2m
High
4.7m
Low
1.5m
High
4.9m
Low
1.0m
High
4.9m
Low
1.3m
High
5.1m
Low
0.8m
High
5.1m
Low
1.1m
High
5.3m
Low
0.6m
High
5.2m
Low
1.0m
High
5.4m
Low
0.5m
High
5.2m
Low
1.0m
High
5.4m
Low
0.6m
High
5.1m
Low
1.1m
Fun & Interesting Facts About Dunbar
- Dunbar is known for its rich maritime history, having been a significant fishing and trading port since the medieval period, which informs the importance of its tide station for local activities.
- The tide station at Dunbar is strategically positioned to observe the tidal influences of the Firth of Forth, an estuary that has been crucial for navigation and fisheries on Scotland’s east coast.
- Dunbar’s tides are influenced by the nearby Bass Rock, which is home to one of the world's largest gannet colonies, making the surrounding waters a rich area for both birdwatching and fishing.
- The area around Dunbar has a diverse marine ecosystem, and the tidal data collected at this station aids in environmental studies, contributing to conservation efforts along the Scottish coast.
- Dunbar has long been a popular site for recreational activities such as sailing and surfing, with the tide station playing a key role in ensuring safety and planning for these pursuits.
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