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 2:14 am, reaching 6.7 meters in the night. Low tide sets in at 9:47 am, with the water level falling to 1.1 meters. A high tide occurs at 2:37 pm, peaking at 7.0 meters in the afternoon. Low tide sets in at 10:13 pm, with the water level falling to 1.0 meters.
The current moon phase is Waning Gibbous — The Waning Gibbous phase occurs just after the Full Moon, when the illuminated portion starts shrinking! Tonight, the Moon will rise at 12:10 am and set at 11:17 am.
Sunrise in Folkestone is at 5:57 am, with sunset at 10:03 pm.
For a full breakdown of Folkestone tide times, see the complete tide chart below.
High
6.7m
Low
1.1m
High
7.0m
Low
1.0m
Tide Times for Rest of Week
High
6.7m
Low
1.2m
High
6.9m
Low
1.1m
High
6.6m
Low
1.3m
High
6.8m
Low
1.3m
High
6.4m
Low
1.5m
High
6.6m
Low
1.5m
High
6.1m
Low
1.8m
High
6.3m
Low
1.7m
High
5.9m
Low
1.9m
High
6.1m
Low
1.8m
High
5.9m
Low
1.9m
High
6.2m
Fun & Interesting Facts About Folkestone
- The Folkestone tide station is located along the busy English Channel, one of the world's busiest maritime routes, influencing both local and international shipping traffic.
- Folkestone has a rich maritime history, serving as a key port since the Middle Ages, with the tide station contributing to navigation safety in this historically significant area.
- The tidal cycles at Folkestone can significantly affect coastal erosion and sediment transport, making it an important location for studying coastline changes.
- During World War II, Folkestone played a crucial role as a departure point for troops heading to the continent, with its tides impacting the logistical planning of military operations.
- The station provides vital data that supports research on marine and coastal ecosystems, helping to monitor the health of the waters in the English Channel.
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