Tofta tides today
- Tide now -0.1 ft ↑ rising · high 7:05 am (0.1 ft)
- Best time tomorrow 1:40–3:40 pm good day · 7/10
- Beach day Not today Not a beach day · 0/10
- Waves · water 1.4 ft · 53 °F smooth · 4.9 s from the south-southwest
- Wind · air 2 mph · 48 °F from the SW, gusts 4 · fog
- Sun 6:50 am–4:11 pm 9 h 21 min of daylight
- Moon 93% · 4:19 pm waning gibbous · rises at 4:19 pm
- Diving tomorrow 10:30 am–1:30 pm great day · 10/10
Today in Tofta there is high tide at 6:07 am (0.1 ft) and low tide at 10:32 pm. Right now the tide is rising toward the high tide at 7:05 am. The sun rises at 6:50 am and sets at 4:11 pm: 9 h 21 min of daylight. The moon is 93% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 4:19 pm. Major solunar periods run from 12:06 am to 2:06 am and from 12:37 pm to 2:37 pm. The next spring tides arrive from October 26 to 28. The sea is smooth, with 1.4 ft waves. There's a light air from the southwest (2 mph). Fog, 48 °F.
Fishing in Tofta today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: high- Major period 12:37–2:37 pm
- Steady pressure (30.15 inHg), light onshore wind (4 mph) and some swell (2.7 ft waves) to stir the water
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
- A minor period lines up with sunset
Your day at a glance
The best window, 12:40 pm to 2:40 pm, combines a major period, a light onshore breeze and some swell. Also good from 6:10 am to 7:50 am, with sunrise and some swell. Also good from 10:20 am to 11:20 am, with moonset, a light onshore breeze and some swell.
Species with the most records nearby: Atlantic cod, European flounder and garfish. What you can catch
The tide barely moves in Tofta, so it doesn't count in the rating. How it works · Next 7 days · Fishing rules
Beach day in Tofta
Is it a beach day?
- Cross-shore breeze (11 mph)
- Cloudy (99% cloud cover)
- Feels like 49 °F: chilly for the beach
- Rain (0.03 in)
- Swim with care: 3.8 ft waves every 5 s
- Water at 52 °F (very cold)
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Use care · 3.8 ft
3.8 ft waves every 5 s: swim with care and stay where you can stand. Low rip current risk. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water 52 °F
Very cold: ease in and keep swims short.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 0 · SPF 15
Max UV 0 (low): SPF 15 sunscreen.
- Wind 11 mph
Cross-shore breeze (11 mph).
- Tide & sand
Tofta has almost no tide: the beach stays the same all day.
We don't have data on jellyfish, sargassum or beach closures: ask the lifeguard or check with the local beach authority. How it works · The next 7 days
Beaches near Tofta
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- Tofta Strand 0.3 mi · W
- Lifeguard
- Restrooms
- Parking
Excellent water quality 2025 season, EEA
- Gnisvärds strand 0.8 mi · NW
- Restrooms
- Parking
Named beaches within 6.2 mi, nearest first. Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. View on OpenStreetMap · Add or fix on OpenStreetMap
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Webcams near Tofta
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Tides in Tofta
Today's high and low tides
- ▲ High tide 6:07 am 0.1 ft
- ▼ Low tide 10:32 pm -0.1 ft
↑ Rising The tide is rising. 7 h 17 min to high tide at 7:05 am.
In Tofta the astronomical tide is very small: about 0.2 ft between high and low tide. Here the sea level is moved mostly by wind and air pressure (storm surge), which can raise or lower it more than the tide itself.
2026 extremes: the highest tide of the year is on January 17 (0.5 ft) and the lowest, on April 30 (-0.5 ft).
Heights above mean sea level. Astronomical prediction: wind and air pressure can raise or lower the water by a few inches, and more in a storm. Not for navigation. mean sea level
Tide and solunar table · this week
| Day | Sun | Tide 1 | Tide 2 | Tide 3 | Moon | Major periods | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today, Wed 28 | 6:50 am · 4:11 pm | High tide 6:07 am · 0.1 ft | Low tide 10:32 pm · -0.1 ft | — | 93% | Major periods 12:06 am · 12:37 pm | High |
| Thu 29 | 6:53 am · 4:09 pm | High tide 7:05 am · 0.1 ft | Low tide 11:23 pm · -0.1 ft | — | 85% | Major periods 1:09 am · 1:42 pm | High |
| Fri 30 | 6:55 am · 4:06 pm | High tide 8:08 am · 0.1 ft | — | — | 76% | Major periods 2:14 am · 2:46 pm | Medium |
| Sat 31 | 6:57 am · 4:04 pm | Low tide 12:43 am · 0.0 ft | High tide 9:11 am · 0.1 ft | — | 66% | Major periods 3:17 am · 3:47 pm | Medium |
| Sun 1 | 6:59 am · 4:02 pm | Low tide 2:32 am · 0.0 ft | High tide 10:10 am · 0.1 ft | — | Last quarter | Major periods 4:16 am · 4:44 pm | Low |
| Mon 2 | 7:02 am · 3:59 pm | Low tide 4:13 am · 0.0 ft | High tide 11:03 am · 0.1 ft | — | 43% | Major periods 5:10 am · 5:36 pm | Medium |
| Tue 3 | 7:04 am · 3:57 pm | Low tide 5:44 am · 0.0 ft | High tide 11:49 am · 0.1 ft | Low tide 8:15 pm · 0.0 ft | 33% | Major periods 6:00 am · 6:24 pm | Medium |
▲ high tide · ▼ low tide · heights above mean sea level. Major periods: start time; they last 2 hours. Activity: based on the moon phase and the solunar periods.
Where this tide comes from
Tides from the Simpevarp station (TICON-4), 55 mi from Tofta. Times and heights are its predictions.
Station data attribution: Slackwater database (https://github.com/openwatersio/slackwater-database). Source: Hart-Davis, M., Dettmering, D., Seitz, F. (2025), TICON-4: TIdal CONstants based on GESLA-4 sea-level records, SEANOE, https://doi.org/10.17882/109129. Licensed CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Modified: see https://github.com/openwatersio/slackwater-database#modifications-to-source-data
The sea at Tofta
Sea stateSea state: smooth
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common0.7 ft
- Significant1.4 ft
- Highest expectedHighest2.9 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 2.9 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 2.9 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-onshore wind. The coast faces west and the wind comes in from the sea at an angle: a bit more surf at the shore and drift along the coast, toward land.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves stay much the same all week. The biggest waves arrive on Wednesday 28: 4.9 ft with a period of 5 s, from the south-southwest (moderate).
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water cools over the next few days: about 50.9 °F by Tuesday 3.
Water warmer than normal for late October (+3.5 °F).
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
Water temperature →Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 11:48 pm (local time).
Nearest buoy
This is a real measurement of the sea, not a forecast. Data from SMHI, via the E.U. Copernicus Marine Service. Generated using E.U. Copernicus Marine Service Information (doi:10.48670/moi-00036).
Surf in Tofta today
Surf today
Poor- 1.5–2.3 ft surf at the shore, a fun size for most surfers
- 2.5 ft swell at 4 s from the south-southwest, short: weak, messy waves
- Almost no wind (3 mph): glassy water
- Light: First light 6:10 am · sunrise 6:50 am · sunset 4:11 pm · last light 4:52 pm
- Tide: We don’t have a reliable tide to show here.
- Water at 51.6 °F–52.9 °F: a 6/5 hooded fullsuit with booties and gloves.
- Energy: 20 kJ · Low power
Today’s surf at a glance
The best window, 2:00 pm to 4:52 pm, has glassy water, though with a short-period swell. 8:00 am to 10:00 am can also work, with a good size, though with a short-period swell and wind swell.
An estimate for this stretch of coast, not for a specific break: every beach or reef works its own way (its tide, bottom and angle). Check it when you get there.
Follow the flags and the lifeguards, and don’t paddle out if the surf is above your level: this score is a guide, not a substitute for what you see when you get there.
Diving in Tofta today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: good- 2.8 ft swell at 5 s from the south-southwest: some surge on the bottom
- Light onshore wind (10 mph)
- 0.2 mph current toward the southwest, weak (model)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: none; the tide doesn't count here
- Likely visibility: good. Swell (up to 3.2 ft at 6 s) over the last few days has stirred up the water. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Water at 51.6–52.9 °F: a 7 mm semi-dry suit, with hood, gloves and booties.
- Snorkeling: better not, with these waves, wind or current.
- Night dive: dark from 4:52 pm. Waning gibbous (93%), rising at 4:19 pm: a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 8:30 am to 11:30 am, combines light wind, weak current and the sun high. Also worth a look from 3:30 pm to 4:10 pm, with light wind, though with current.
In Tofta the tide barely moves the water, so there's no slack to wait for: swell, wind and current are what count.
Never dive alone and check with the local dive shop: this rating is a guide, not a substitute for a professional.
Dive sites, wrecks and dive shops nearby
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Within 12 mi. Some may be missing or closed; marine reserves usually need a permit. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Wreck and reef positions are approximate and not for navigation; a wreck’s depth runs from the top of the hull to the seabed.
Sites: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Wrecks: EMODnet Human Activities (AND-International), from UK Hydrographic Office data, CC BY 4.0. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Weather in Tofta
Now in Tofta
- Low / high
- 48 / 52 °F
- Rain
- 0.04 in · 75%
- Clouds
- 100%
- Humidity
- 97%
- Dew pointDew point
- 47 °F
- Visibility
- 5.0 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Good · 16
- Saharan dust
- No
- Pollen
- None
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady · now Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Steady now (0.00 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: +0.17 inHg. Steady pressure: anglers expect normal activity. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Overcast | Overcast | Overcast | Overcast | Light rain | Light rain | Light rain | Fog |
| Temperature | 52° | 52° | 51° | 51° | 51° | 50° | 50° | 49° |
| Wind (mph) | 16 S | 14 S | 12 S | 11 S | 8 SSW | 3 SW | 1 SW | 2 SW |
| Gusts | 31 | 28 | 23 | 20 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| Waves | 4.9 ft | 4.7 ft | 4.1 ft | 3.6 ft | 3.1 ft | 2.5 ft | 2.0 ft | 1.6 ft |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.01 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 12:00 am 47° 3 SW 1.4 ft
- 3:00 am 46° 4 WSW 1.1 ft
- 6:00 am 45° 4 SW 1.0 ft
- 9:00 am 48° 9 SW 1.0 ft
- 12:00 pm 49° 11 SW 1.2 ft
- 3:00 pm 49° 8 SW 1.4 ft
- 6:00 pm 48° 7 WSW 1.4 ft
- 9:00 pm 49° 7 W 1.5 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 28 | 48 / 52 °F | 16 mph SSW | 4.9 ft | |
| Thu 29 | 45 / 49 °F | 12 mph WSW | 1.6 ft | |
| Fri 30 | 47 / 51 °F | 11 mph NW | 1.6 ft | |
| Sat 31 | 43 / 49 °F | 11 mph NNE | 2.4 ft | |
| Sun 1 | 41 / 49 °F | 7 mph SSW | 1.2 ft | |
| Mon 2 | 43 / 47 °F | 12 mph WNW | 1.9 ft | |
| Tue 3 | 42 / 49 °F | 17 mph NNW | 4.3 ft | |
| Wed 4 | 41 / 45 °F | 14 mph NNW | 3.9 ft | |
| Thu 5 | 43 / 48 °F | 9 mph NW | 3.0 ft | |
| Fri 6 | 44 / 49 °F | 12 mph NW | 2.6 ft | |
| Sat 7 | 43 / 46 °F | 9 mph WNW | 2.8 ft | |
| Sun 8 | 42 / 48 °F | 13 mph WNW | 3.2 ft | |
| Mon 9 | 33 / 44 °F | 8 mph NNW | 2.8 ft | |
| Tue 10 | 32 / 42 °F | 6 mph SE | 1.4 ft |
- Thu 29 Light rain 45° / 49° 1.6 ft
- Fri 30 Partly cloudy 47° / 51° 1.6 ft
- Sat 31 Light rain 43° / 49° 2.4 ft
- Sun 1 Overcast 41° / 49° 1.2 ft
- Mon 2 Light rain 43° / 47° 1.9 ft
- Tue 3 Mainly clear 42° / 49° 4.3 ft
- Wed 4 Overcast 41° / 45° 3.9 ft
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- The models Partly agree · medium confidence: unsure about rain today. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: normal temperatures, normal rain and a slightly warmer sea. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, warmer than normal for late October (+3.6 °F; normal high: 49 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 11:48 pm (local time).
The sun in Tofta
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 5:24 am
- Full dark 5:37 pm
- Civil dawn 6:10 am
- Civil dusk 4:52 pm
- Solar noon 11:31 am (19° high)
- Daylight 9 h 21 min (−5 min)
- Evening golden hour 3:12 pm
- Full dark 5:37 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,361,094 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Tofta
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,461 mi away and looks 32′ 47″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: high- 12:06–2:06 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 12:37–2:37 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 10:19–11:19 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 3:49–4:49 pm Minor · moonrise · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Sun, Nov 1 · 9:29 pmNov 1 in 4 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 amNov 9 in 12 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 12:48 pmNov 17 in 20 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 3:54 pmNov 24 in 27 days
Perigee on October 28, 226,426 mi away, coinciding with the spring tides from October 26 to 28: they will be stronger than usual.
Where to fish in Tofta
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
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Water depth
Gentle slopeThe bottom slopes gently: 16 ft deep 1,000 ft from shore and 33 ft at 0.75 mi. It reaches 164 ft at 2.8 mi.
From the shoreline (0.25 mi from Tofta) out to sea, heading west.
How far from shore
- 16 ft deep1,000 ft
- 33 ft deep0.75 mi
- 66 ft deep2.3 mi
- 164 ft deep2.8 mi
For fishing, swimming and diving
- Shore fishing. About 7.9 ft of water 330 ft out: long casts help, and so does a rising tide, which brings fish closer in.
- Swimming. The water gets deeper little by little, but a few dozen yards out you can no longer stand.
- Diving. Shallow near shore: you only reach 33 ft at 0.75 mi. For dives deeper than 33 ft, go by boat.
Source: EMODnet Bathymetry DTM 2024 (CC BY 4.0), cells of about 380 ft; depth at the lowest astronomical tide. For reference only: not for navigation or anchoring.
Nearest lighthouse
Gnisvärd upper light 1.2 mi northwest
- Light
- Steady red light · F R
- Range
- 4 nautical miles (5.1 mi)
- Light height
- 21 ft above sea level
- Built
- 1904
Other lighthouses nearby: Gnisvärd lower light (1.2 mi northwest), Tofta skjutfält södra (1.9 mi northwest).
Data from Wikidata. For reference only: not for navigation. Wikidata · Sources and licenses
Tides near ToftaTides nearby
All places in Gotland, A to Z (37) →Tofta at a glance
- Town or city of about 627 people. Coordinates: 57.490° N, 18.134° E.
- It is 12 mi southwest of Visby, the main place in Gotland. The sun rises at the same time and sets 1 min later than in Visby.
- The nearest tide station, Simpevarp, is 55 mi to the west.
- Its coast faces west.
- Beaches and harbors nearby: Gnisvärds hamn (1.2 mi), Västergarns hamn (3.6 mi).
Questions about ToftaQuestions
What time is sunset today in Tofta?
At 4:11 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 4:52 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Tofta?
At 6:53 am. First light comes at 5:26 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 93% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 am.
When are the next spring tides?
From October 26 to 28, together with the lunar perigee: they will be stronger than usual.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 12:06–2:06 am, Minor 10:19–11:19 am, Major 12:37–2:37 pm, Minor 3:49–4:49 pm. Today's activity is high.
What's the weather like today in Tofta?
Light rain, from 48 °F to 52 °F, with a light air from the southwest (2 mph) and a 75% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Tofta?
Smooth (Douglas 2): 1.4 ft waves with a period of 4.9 s from the south-southwest. The water is 52.7 °F.
When is the best time to visit Tofta?
The best time to visit Tofta is from July to August: highs of 70 °F to 71 °F, about 8 rainy days a month and 9 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Tide: Simpevarp station, with constants from TICON-4 (Hart-Davis, Dettmering and Seitz, 2025, SEANOE), licensed CC BY 4.0, via Slackwater database (changes). Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).