To check the tide, choose the correct location, verify the forecast date, and look at the high and low tide times. Then use the predicted tide height and the daily chart to understand how the tide changes throughout the day.
Nearby locations can have different tide times and tide heights, so avoid using a distant city as a reference without considering the specific coastal location you plan to visit.
Choose the correct location
The first step is to make sure the selected city or region accurately represents the place you intend to visit. In areas with bays, channels, islands, or long stretches of coastline, even small differences can matter.
If you're unsure, choose the nearest coastal location and use the forecast as a planning tool.
Check the forecast date
Tides change every day. That's why you should always confirm that the forecast matches the day of your activity.
It's also worth checking when the information was last updated, especially if you're planning something that depends heavily on the water level.
View the forecast in the app
Search for a city, confirm the date, and view the tide table and daily chart on a screen designed for quick reference.
Read the tide times, height, and chart together
The tide times show when the tide reaches its high and low points. The predicted tide height shows the expected water level at those times, while the chart helps you visualize the rising and falling tide between the extremes.
Using all three together helps avoid quick assumptions, such as looking only at high tide without noticing whether the water is still rising or has already started to fall.