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Port Ellen Tide Times

Stay informed with accurate tide times for Port Ellen, 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

Map showing the location of Port Ellen

Today's tide times for Port Ellen start with a high tide at 02:39, reaching 0.6 meters in the night. Low tide sets in at 13:31, with the water level falling to 0.2 meters. A high tide occurs at 14:44, peaking at 0.2 meters in the afternoon.

Sunrise is at 06:00, with sunset following at 20:47

Please check the full tide chart below for a complete breakdown of today's tide schedule.

  • High

    0.6m

  • Low

    0.2m

  • High

    0.2m

Tide Times for Rest of Week

  • High

    0.6m

  • Low

    0.3m

  • High

    0.4m

  • Low

    0.1m

  • High

    0.7m

  • Low

    0.2m

  • High

    0.4m

  • Low

    0.0m

  • High

    0.8m

  • Low

    0.1m

  • High

    0.5m

  • Low

    -0.0m

  • High

    0.9m

  • Low

    0.0m

  • High

    0.6m

  • Low

    -0.1m

  • High

    0.8m

  • Low

    0.0m

  • High

    0.7m

  • Low

    -0.1m

  • High

    0.8m

  • Low

    0.0m

  • High

    0.7m

  • Low

    0.0m

Fun & Interesting Facts About Port Ellen

  • Port Ellen, located on the Isle of Islay, is known for its picturesque setting and is an important fishing port, providing access to the rich marine resources of the region.
  • The tide station at Port Ellen plays a role in monitoring tidal patterns that can affect local wildlife, particularly the diverse bird populations and marine life in the surrounding waters.
  • Due to its geographical position, Port Ellen experiences significant tidal currents influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, which can impact local navigation and fishing activities.
  • The area around Port Ellen is renowned for its whisky production, with several distilleries benefiting from the local tides and maritime climate for the maturation of their spirits.
  • Port Ellen also serves as a gateway for ferry services, connecting Islay to the mainland of Scotland, highlighting the importance of tidal information for safe maritime operations.

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