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Porthcawl Tide Times

Stay informed with accurate tide times for Porthcawl, Wales. 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 Porthcawl

Today's tide times for Porthcawl start with a high tide at 6:49 am, reaching 9.4 meters in the morning. Low tide sets in at 12:49 pm, with the water level falling to 1.5 meters. A high tide occurs at 7:12 pm, peaking at 9.6 meters in the evening.

The current moon phase is New MoonDuring a New Moon, the Moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth! Tonight, the Moon will rise at 5:09 am and set at 11:29 pm.

Sunrise in Porthcawl is at 5:59 am, with sunset at 10:35 pm.

For a full breakdown of Porthcawl tide times, see the complete tide chart below.

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  • High

    9.4m

  • Low

    1.5m

  • High

    9.6m

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Tide Times for Rest of Week

  • Low

    1.3m

  • High

    9.5m

  • Low

    1.4m

  • High

    9.8m

  • Low

    1.2m

  • High

    9.5m

  • Low

    1.4m

  • High

    9.8m

  • Low

    1.3m

  • High

    9.3m

  • Low

    1.5m

  • High

    9.6m

  • Low

    1.5m

  • High

    9.0m

  • Low

    1.8m

  • High

    9.3m

  • Low

    1.8m

  • High

    8.6m

  • Low

    2.2m

  • High

    8.9m

  • Low

    2.2m

  • High

    8.2m

  • Low

    2.6m

  • High

    8.4m

Fun & Interesting Facts About Porthcawl

  • Porthcawl is notable for its iconic sandy beaches and is popular with tourists who come to experience its unique coastal environment and tidal changes.
  • The tide station at Porthcawl is situated near the Bristol Channel, known for having some of the highest tidal ranges in the world, adding to the dramatic landscape of the area.
  • Porthcawl's tidal influences are shaped by the complex interaction between the Atlantic Ocean and the tidal patterns of the Bristol Channel, making it a fascinating study location for tidal dynamics.
  • The area around Porthcawl is also rich in marine biodiversity, with the tidal shifts exposing a variety of intertidal habitats that support numerous species of wildlife.
  • The town's lighthouse, known as the Porthcawl Lighthouse, is a prominent feature of the coastline and acts as a visual guide for vessels navigating the challenging waters of the Bristol Channel.

Tide Times for Christmas, New Year & More in Porthcawl

Planning a Christmas Day beach walk or a New Year's Day sea swim in Porthcawl? Find accurate holiday tide times for major events, including Summer Solstice and Winter Solstice. Get the best tide conditions for your next coastal visit.

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