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ℹ️ About Tide Clocks

The 12h 25m Cycle

Most coasts see two high and two low tides a day, driven by the Moon. A tide clock sweeps one full turn every 12 hours 25 minutes — half a lunar day — so the needle always points at where you are in the cycle.

Spring & Neap Tides

Around new and full moons the Sun and Moon pull together, producing larger "spring" tides. Around quarter moons they work at right angles, producing smaller "neap" tides.

Heights & Datums

Heights shown are relative to MLLW (Mean Lower Low Water), the standard NOAA chart datum. A negative low tide is lower than the average lowest tide — great for tidepooling.

Predictions, Not Guarantees

Tide predictions are astronomical. Wind, storms, and barometric pressure can raise or lower actual water levels. Always check official sources before navigation.