Folkestone Tide Times
Stay informed with accurate tide times for Folkestone, 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 Folkestone start with a high tide at 00:53, reaching 7.4 meters in the night. Low tide sets in at 08:37, with the water level falling to 0.5 meters. A high tide occurs at 13:15, peaking at 7.1 meters in the afternoon. Low tide sets in at 20:49, with the water level falling to 0.7 meters.
Sunrise is at 06:28, with sunset following at 19:30
Please check the full tide chart below for a complete breakdown of today’s tide schedule.
High
7.4m
Low
0.5m
High
7.1m
Low
0.7m
Tide Times for Rest of Week
High
7.1m
Low
0.9m
High
6.7m
Low
1.1m
High
6.6m
Low
1.4m
High
6.3m
Low
1.7m
High
6.1m
Low
2.0m
High
5.8m
Low
2.1m
High
5.6m
Low
2.4m
High
5.5m
Low
2.3m
High
5.5m
Low
2.4m
High
5.6m
Low
2.1m
High
5.8m
Low
2.0m
High
6.0m
Fun & Interesting Facts About Folkestone
- Folkestone is home to one of the major tide stations in the UK, which has been used for tidal research since the late 19th century.
- The town’s coastal location along the English Channel has made it a significant point for maritime trade and travel, particularly to France.
- Folkestone's famous Leas Promenade features the Grand Hotel, which dates back to the Victorian era and showcases the town's rich architectural history.
- The Folkestone Harbour and its tide station played a crucial role during World War I and II, serving as a departure point for troops crossing to mainland Europe.
- Today, Folkestone is known for its creative arts scene, including the Folkestone Triennial, an international contemporary art exhibition that began in 2008.
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