Scarborough Tide Times

About Scarborough Tide Times

Scarborough is a renowned Victorian seaside resort on the North Yorkshire coast, famous for its elegant architecture and two sweeping sandy bays separated by a dramatic headland. The town earned its reputation as a spa destination in the 17th century when mineral-rich waters were discovered here. Today, the working harbour remains an important fishing port, whilst the seafront attracts visitors seeking traditional seaside pleasures. Perched on the cliffs above, Scarborough Castle offers panoramic coastal views. The town blends heritage appeal with contemporary attractions, making it a significant destination for families and history enthusiasts exploring England's northeastern coastline.. The tide predictions shown above cover 7 days of high and low tide times, updated daily using professional-grade harmonic tidal analysis. Tide heights are displayed in metres above Chart Datum (CD), the standard reference level used in marine navigation charts.

Tidal patterns at Scarborough are driven by the gravitational forces of the Moon and Sun acting on the local ocean. The timing and height of each tide depends on the shape of the local coastline, water depth, and the position of celestial bodies relative to Earth. Like all coastal locations, Scarborough experiences a full tidal cycle approximately every 24 hours and 50 minutes.

Spring tides — which occur at new moon and full moon — produce the largest tidal ranges at Scarborough, with higher high tides and lower low tides than average. Neap tides, at the quarter moons, produce the smallest ranges. This fortnightly cycle is an important consideration for anyone planning coastal activities in the area.

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Scarborough is located in North Yorkshire, North East.

Who Uses Tide Predictions for Scarborough?

How to Read the Scarborough Tide Chart

The tide chart above plots predicted water height (in metres) against time for Scarborough. The curved line rises to peaks (high tide) and falls to troughs (low tide). The height shown is measured above Chart Datum — a reference level set near the lowest predicted astronomical tide level for the area.

• HWHigh Water — the peak of the tide. This is when the sea is at its highest level. The exact time and height changes each day.
• LWLow Water — the trough of the tide. The sea is at its lowest level, often exposing rocks, sand, and mudflats.
• ↑Flood tide — the period when the tide is rising from low water to high water. Currents flow onshore or up estuaries during this phase.
• ↓Ebb tide — the period when the tide is falling from high water to low water. Currents flow offshore or down estuaries during this phase.

All times shown are in the local timezone for Scarborough (Europe/London). Remember that tide times advance by roughly 50 minutes each day, so always check the chart for your specific visit date.

Frequently Asked Questions — Scarborough Tides