Cape Town Tide Times and Weather
Get up-to-date tide times and weather for Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. Find the next tide, see sunrise and sunset times.
When's the next high tide for
Cape Town?
February 17, 2026 at 3:39 PM
Height
1.67m(5.48ft)
When's the next low tide for
Cape Town?
February 17, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Height
0.3m(0.98ft)
What's the current tide for
Cape Town?
February 17, 2026 at 5:55 AM
Height
1.04m(3.41ft)
Falling
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Most surf breaks are shaped by the pull of the moon and sun, creating tides that can shift wave quality in a matter of hours. Understanding these patterns is vital for timing each session and avoiding hidden hazards.
Severn Bore 2026 dates and times
10/11/2025
These are the dates and times in 2026 for all the tidal bores in the River Severn. A bore is a natural phenomenon where waves flow up a river.
Spring and Neap tides 2026
06/11/2025
See all the spring and neap tides throughout 2026 and add them to your calendar.