Heading to the coast? Here’s when the water will rise and fall

If you are heading to the coast today, checking the tide times before you leave can help you plan your day.

High and low tides change sea levels throughout the day, affecting beach conditions and how close the water reaches along the shoreline.

Knowing when the tide will rise or fall can help beachgoers, swimmers, surfers and anglers prepare before heading out.

Tides to watch along the coast on Thursday

Checking the high and low tide times can help beachgoers, anglers and boat users plan their activities around changing coastal conditions..

KwaZulu-Natal

Durban

• Low tide: 12:04
• High tide:18:27

Richards Bay

• Low tide: 11:57
• High tide:18:18

Eastern Cape

Port Elizabeth

• Low tide: 11:58
• High tide:18:23

East London

• Low tide: 12:03
• High Tide:18:24

Western Cape

Cape Town

• Low tide: 11:46
• High tide: 18:10

Mossel Bay

• Low tide: 12:02
• High tide:18:17

Northern Cape

Port Nolloth

• Low tide: 11:44
• High tide:18:06

Alexander Bay

• Low tide: 11:39
• High tide:18:03

What to know along the coast

Strong winds and rough waves could make it difficult for small boats to navigate safely along the coast.

Check the latest weather and marine conditions before heading out to sea, and take extra care.