Dunfermline tides today
- Tide now -3.0 ft ↑ rising · high 1:22 am (5.2 ft)
- Best time tomorrow 2:10–3:00 pm good day · 8/10
- Wind · air 9 mph · 52 °F from the WSW, gusts 20 · overcast
- Sun 7:12 am–4:42 pm 9 h 30 min of daylight
- Moon 92% · 5:02 pm waning gibbous · rises at 5:02 pm
- Pressure 30.16 inHg steady · rising tomorrow
- Coefficient 82 average coefficient · spring tides Oct 26–28
- Major solunar period 12:36–2:36 am today's activity: high
Today in Dunfermline there are high tides at 12:20 am (4.9 ft) and 1:12 pm (4.5 ft) and low tides at 7:12 am and 7:31 pm. Tide coefficient 82. Right now the tide is rising toward the high tide at 1:22 am. The sun rises at 7:12 am and sets at 4:42 pm: 9 h 30 min of daylight. The moon is 92% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 5:02 pm. Major solunar periods run from 12:36 am to 2:36 am and from 1:08 pm to 3:08 pm. The next spring tides arrive from October 26 to 28. There's a gentle breeze from the west-southwest (9 mph). Overcast, 52 °F.
Fishing in Dunfermline today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: high- High tide at 1:12 pm, coefficient 82
- Major period 1:08–3:08 pm
- Rising pressure (+0.55 inHg in 24 h) and moderate onshore wind (13 mph)
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
- Highest tide coefficient today: 82 (average tides)
- A minor period lines up with sunset
Your day at a glance
The best window, 1:10 pm to 2:10 pm, combines the 1:12 pm high tide and a major period, though with rising pressure and moderate wind. Also worth a try from 6:30 am to 8:10 am, with the 7:12 am low tide and sunrise, though with rising pressure and moderate wind. Also worth a try from 12:40 am to 1:20 am, with the 12:20 am high tide and a major period, though with rising pressure and moderate wind.
Species with the most records nearby: European flounder, small-spotted catshark, European sea bass and sailfish. October is one of the months when these are seen most: sailfish. What you can catch
Tides in Dunfermline
Today's high and low tides
- ▲ High tide 12:20 am 4.9 ft · coef. 75
- ▼ Low tide 7:12 am -5.6 ft
- ▲ High tide 1:12 pm 4.5 ft · coef. 82
- ▼ Low tide 7:31 pm -4.9 ft
↑ Rising The tide is rising. 4 h 30 min to high tide at 1:22 am.
Tide coefficient 75 for the 12:20 am high tide and 82 for the 1:12 pm high tide. Average coefficient. The water rises and falls 10.5 ft between the highest high and the lowest low: a large range for this place. 70 is an average tide here; 90 and above means spring tides; below 45, neap tides. What is the tide coefficient?
2026 extremes: the highest tide of the year is on December 30 (7.3 ft) and the lowest, on March 24 (-7.1 ft).
Semidiurnal: two high and two low tides a day, of similar height.
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 coefficient and range in October
The biggest tides of the month came from October 1 to 2 (coefficient 100, 12.8 ft range). The smallest, from October 23 to 24 (coefficient 32, 5.2 ft).
Tide and solunar table · this week
| Day | Sun | Tide 1 | Tide 2 | Tide 3 | Tide 4 | Coef. | Moon | Major periods | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today, Wed 28 | 7:12 am · 4:42 pm | High tide 12:20 am · 4.9 ft | Low tide 7:12 am · -5.6 ft | High tide 1:12 pm · 4.5 ft | Low tide 7:31 pm · -4.9 ft | Coef. 82 | 92% | Major periods 12:36 am · 1:08 pm | High |
| Thu 29 | 7:15 am · 4:40 pm | High tide 1:22 am · 5.2 ft | Low tide 7:58 am · -6.3 ft | High tide 2:03 pm · 5.2 ft | Low tide 8:20 pm · -5.8 ft | Coef. 92 | 85% | Major periods 1:40 am · 2:12 pm | High |
| Fri 30 | 7:17 am · 4:37 pm | High tide 2:15 am · 5.3 ft | Low tide 8:43 am · -6.8 ft | High tide 2:49 pm · 5.5 ft | Low tide 9:08 pm · -6.3 ft | Coef. 98 | 76% | Major periods 2:44 am · 3:16 pm | Medium |
| Sat 31 | 7:19 am · 4:35 pm | High tide 3:01 am · 5.0 ft | Low tide 9:28 am · -7.0 ft | High tide 3:32 pm · 5.7 ft | Low tide 9:56 pm · -6.4 ft | Coef. 98 | 65% | Major periods 3:47 am · 4:17 pm | Medium |
| Sun 1 | 7:21 am · 4:33 pm | High tide 3:43 am · 4.5 ft | Low tide 10:13 am · -6.9 ft | High tide 4:14 pm · 5.7 ft | Low tide 10:45 pm · -6.1 ft | Coef. 96 | Last quarter | Major periods 4:46 am · 5:14 pm | Low |
| Mon 2 | 7:23 am · 4:31 pm | High tide 4:25 am · 3.8 ft | Low tide 10:58 am · -6.5 ft | High tide 4:58 pm · 5.7 ft | Low tide 11:38 pm · -5.5 ft | Coef. 91 | 43% | Major periods 5:40 am · 6:05 pm | Medium |
| Tue 3 | 7:25 am · 4:29 pm | High tide 5:10 am · 3.2 ft | Low tide 11:46 am · -5.7 ft | High tide 5:44 pm · 5.5 ft | — | Coef. 82 | 32% | Major periods 6:29 am · 6:53 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
Dunfermline has no tide station nearby: its tide is calculated with the global FES2022 model, from the nearest model cells offshore (the first one 3.9 mi away). It may differ from the real tide by a few minutes and inches, and more with wind or storms. Heights are above mean sea level, not chart datum, so low tides are negative. Not for navigation.
Model attribution: FES2022 Tide was produced by LEGOS, NOVELTIS and CLS, funded by CNES, and distributed by AVISO (https://doi.org/10.24400/527896/a01-2024.004), AVISO licence (https://www.aviso.altimetry.fr/fileadmin/documents/data/License_Aviso.pdf). Modified by TidePlanet: constants interpolated from the nearest model cells offshore; heights above mean sea level.
The sea at Dunfermline
Sea state
The wave model doesn't reach Dunfermline: it's on inland water (an estuary, sound or sheltered bay) or far from the open sea. Wind is still available right here.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-onshore wind. The coast faces south 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.
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 8:52 pm (local time).
Weather in Dunfermline
Now in Dunfermline
- Low / high
- 48 / 56 °F
- Rain
- 0.05 in · 98%
- Clouds
- 100%
- Humidity
- 95%
- Dew pointDew point
- 50 °F
- Visibility
- 4.4 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Fair · 24
- 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 (+0.03 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: +0.23 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 | Partly cloudy | Light rain | Light rain | Partly cloudy | Overcast | Partly cloudy | Overcast | Overcast |
| Temperature | 48° | 49° | 51° | 52° | 55° | 56° | 53° | 52° |
| Wind (mph) | 14 SW | 14 SW | 17 WSW | 14 WSW | 16 WSW | 13 WSW | 10 WSW | 9 WSW |
| Gusts | 34 | 31 | 38 | 27 | 33 | 28 | 22 | 20 |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.01 in | 0.01 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 9:00 pm 52° 9 WSW
- 12:00 am 51° 8 WSW
- 3:00 am 51° 5 WSW
- 6:00 am 50° 6 W
- 9:00 am 51° 1 SW
- 12:00 pm 57° 4 SW
- 3:00 pm 58° 6 SW
- 6:00 pm 54° 4 SSW
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | High tides |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 28 | 48 / 56 °F | 18 mph WSW | 12:20 am · 1:12 pm | |
| Thu 29 | 49 / 58 °F | 9 mph SW | 1:22 am · 2:03 pm | |
| Fri 30 | 48 / 55 °F | 7 mph SSW | 2:15 am · 2:49 pm | |
| Sat 31 | 48 / 54 °F | 8 mph WSW | 3:01 am · 3:32 pm | |
| Sun 1 | 44 / 52 °F | 8 mph ENE | 3:43 am · 4:14 pm | |
| Mon 2 | 36 / 48 °F | 5 mph W | 4:25 am · 4:58 pm | |
| Tue 3 | 35 / 42 °F | 5 mph W | 5:10 am · 5:44 pm | |
| Wed 4 | 35 / 42 °F | 4 mph W | 5:58 am · 6:33 pm | |
| Thu 5 | 34 / 40 °F | 2 mph NNE | 6:52 am · 7:24 pm | |
| Fri 6 | 36 / 43 °F | 3 mph ENE | 7:49 am · 8:16 pm | |
| Sat 7 | 34 / 41 °F | 2 mph E | 8:49 am · 9:10 pm | |
| Sun 8 | 39 / 44 °F | 6 mph E | 9:52 am · 10:06 pm | |
| Mon 9 | 42 / 50 °F | 7 mph ENE | 10:56 am · 11:04 pm | |
| Tue 10 | 47 / 51 °F | 4 mph ENE | 11:57 am |
- Thu 29 Overcast 49° / 58° 9 mph
- Fri 30 Overcast 48° / 55° 7 mph
- Sat 31 Light rain 48° / 54° 8 mph
- Sun 1 Fog 44° / 52° 8 mph
- Mon 2 Fog 36° / 48° 5 mph
- Tue 3 Overcast 35° / 42° 5 mph
- Wed 4 Overcast 35° / 42° 4 mph
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. High tides: our own tide calculation.
- The models They agree · high confidence for the next few days. See the models →
- Outlook The next few weeks look normal for the time of year. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, warmer than normal for late October (+2.9 °F; normal high: 53 °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 8:52 pm (local time).
The sun in Dunfermline
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 5:49 am
- Full dark 6:05 pm
- Civil dawn 6:33 am
- Civil dusk 5:21 pm
- Solar noon 11:58 am (21° high)
- Daylight 9 h 30 min (−4 min)
- Evening golden hour 3:46 pm
- Full dark 6:05 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,359,626 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Dunfermline
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,451 mi away and looks 32′ 47″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: high- 12:36–2:36 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 1:08–3:08 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 10:37–11:37 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 4:32–5:32 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 · 8:29 pmNov 1 in 4 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 7:03 amNov 9 in 12 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 11:48 amNov 17 in 20 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 2:54 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 Dunfermline
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
Map: OpenFreeMap · © OpenMapTiles · © OpenStreetMap contributors
- Crombie Jetty 3.8 mi
- Town Pier 5.1 mi
- Jetty 3.6 mi
- Crombie Point Pier 4.2 mi
- Loch Glow Reservoir 5.2 mi
- Boat ramp 2.8 mi
- Boat ramp 2.8 mi
- Boat ramp 4.8 mi
- Bruce Haven Pier 2.9 mi
- Blackness Boatclub 5.2 mi
- The Fresh Fish Place 1.3 mi
- Lurefish-scotland 3.3 mi
Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Spots: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Overture Maps.
Nearest lighthouse
Lighthouse, Pierhead, North Queensferry 5.0 mi southeast
Data from Wikidata. For reference only: not for navigation. Wikidata · Sources and licenses
Tides near DunfermlineTides nearby
- Rosyth2.5 mi
- Limekilns2.7 mi
- Cairneyhill3.1 mi
- Inverkeithing3.6 mi
- Oakley4.1 mi
- Dalgety Bay4.9 mi
- North Queensferry5.0 mi
- High Valleyfield5.4 mi
- Queensferry6.0 mi
- Aberdour6.2 mi
Dunfermline at a glance
- Town or city of about 54,990 people. Coordinates: 56.072° N, 3.459° W.
- Its coast faces south.
- Beaches and harbors nearby: Saint Davids Pier (historical) (4.6 mi).
Questions about DunfermlineQuestions
What time is high tide today in Dunfermline?
Today in Dunfermline there are high tides at 12:20 am (4.9 ft) and 1:12 pm (4.5 ft) and low tides at 7:12 am and 7:31 pm. Tide coefficient 82.
What time is sunset today in Dunfermline?
At 4:42 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 5:21 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Dunfermline?
At 7:15 am. First light comes at 5:51 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 92% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 7:03 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 12:36–2:36 am, Minor 10:37–11:37 am, Major 1:08–3:08 pm, Minor 4:32–5:32 pm. Today's activity is high.
What's the weather like today in Dunfermline?
Light rain, from 48 °F to 56 °F, with a gentle breeze from the west-southwest (9 mph) and a 98% chance of rain.
When is the best time to visit Dunfermline?
The best time to visit Dunfermline is from July to August: highs of 67 °F to 67 °F, about 13 rainy days a month and 5 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: global FES2022 model (AVISO/CNES), licensed AVISO; constants for this place computed by TidePlanet from the nearest model cells offshore. Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).