What does 0.3 m mean in a tide table?

It means the water level at that low tide is expected to be 0.3 metres above chart datum, a fixed reference level close to the lowest tides. It is not the depth of the water at your feet.

What is a negative tide in a tide table?

A minus figure means the water is expected to fall below chart datum. These very low tides usually happen around new and full moon and expose rocks, reefs and sand bars that are normally covered.

Why are the tide times different every day?

The tide follows the moon, and the moon rises about 50 minutes later each day. So high and low tides also move later by roughly 40 to 60 minutes each day.

Can I use the tide table for a nearby port?

Yes, but the timing and height can differ, especially inside estuaries, creeks and backwaters, where the tide often arrives later and is smaller. Learn the difference for your spot by watching it over a few trips.

How to Read a Tide Table: Simple Guide for Indian Anglers

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Fishing Journey › GuidesHow to Read a Tide Table: Simple Guide for Indian AnglersLearn to read a tide table for fishing in India: high and low tide times, heights, chart datum, spring and neap tides, the rule of twelfths and planning…