Symbister tides today
- Tide now 4.1 ft ↑ rising · high 12:24 am (7.4 ft)
- Best time tomorrow 12:50–1:40 pm good day · 7/10
- Beach day Not today Not a beach day · 0/10
- Waves · water 2.6 ft · 53 °F slight · 5.9 s from the south-southwest
- Wind · air 16 mph · 51 °F from the WSW, gusts 23 · overcast
- Surf tomorrow 1.0–1.6 ft Poor day · 0/10 · 7:00–11:00 am
- Sun 7:17 am–4:18 pm 9 h 0 min of daylight
- Moon 92% · 3:58 pm waning gibbous · rises at 3:58 pm
Today in Symbister there is high tide at 12:01 pm (7.3 ft) and low tides at 5:43 am and 6:03 pm. Tide coefficient 99. Right now the tide is rising toward the high tide at 12:24 am. The sun rises at 7:17 am and sets at 4:18 pm: 9 h 0 min of daylight. The moon is 92% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 3:58 pm. Major solunar periods run from 12:26 am to 2:26 am and from 12:57 pm to 2:57 pm. The next spring tides arrive from October 26 to 28. The sea is slight, with 2.6 ft waves. There's a moderate breeze from the west-southwest (16 mph). Overcast, 51 °F.
Fishing in Symbister today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: high- High tide at 12:01 pm, coefficient 99
- Minor period 11:20 am–12:20 pm (moonset)
- Rising pressure (+0.87 inHg in 24 h), fresh offshore wind (21 mph) and some swell (3.2 ft waves) to stir the water
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
- Highest tide coefficient today: 99 (spring tides)
- A minor period lines up with sunset
Your day at a glance
The best window, 11:20 am to 12:20 pm, combines the 12:01 pm high tide, moonset and some swell, though with rising pressure and fresh wind.
Species with the most records nearby: haddock, small-spotted catshark, whiting and European plaice. October is one of the months when these are seen most: European plaice and pollock. What you can catch
Beach day in Symbister
Is it a beach day?
- Sun and clouds
- Feels like 41 °F: chilly for the beach
- Rain (0.02 in)
- Fresh offshore wind (21 mph): it blows floats and inflatables out to sea
- Swim with care: 3.7 ft waves every 8 s; moderate rip current risk
- Water at 53 °F (very cold)
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Use care · 3.7 ft
3.7 ft waves every 8 s: swim with care and stay where you can stand. Moderate rip current risk. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water 53 °F
Very cold: ease in and keep swims short.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 1 · SPF 15
Max UV 1 (low): SPF 15 sunscreen.
- Wind 21 mph
Fresh offshore wind (21 mph): blowing sand. Skip the inflatables: offshore wind carries them out to sea.
- Tide & sand 5:43 am
Low tide at 5:43 am and 6:03 pm: that's when there's the most sand. High tide at 12:01 pm. Coefficient 99 (spring tides): little sand left at high tide.
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 Symbister
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- Vall Ayre 5.6 mi · NW
- Ayre of Hamnavoe 6.2 mi · NW
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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Tides in Symbister
Today's high and low tides
- ▼ Low tide 5:43 am 1.7 ft
- ▲ High tide 12:01 pm 7.3 ft · coef. 99
- ▼ Low tide 6:03 pm 1.6 ft
↑ Rising The tide is rising. 3 h 30 min to high tide at 12:24 am.
Tide coefficient 99 for the 12:01 pm high tide. Spring tides. The water rises and falls 5.7 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 26 (7.6 ft) and the lowest, on July 16 (0.4 ft).
Semidiurnal: two high and two low tides a day, of similar height.
Heights above chart datum: the lowest astronomical tide (LAT), the zero of nautical charts in Europe. Astronomical prediction: wind and air pressure can raise or lower the water by a few inches, and more in a storm. Not for navigation. chart datum (LAT)
Tide coefficient and range in October
The biggest tides of the month came from October 26 to 28 (coefficient 100, 6.0 ft range). The smallest, on October 19 (coefficient 28, 1.4 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 | 7:17 am · 4:18 pm | Low tide 5:43 am · 1.7 ft | High tide 12:01 pm · 7.3 ft | Low tide 6:03 pm · 1.6 ft | — | Coef. 99 | 92% | Major periods 12:26 am · 12:57 pm | High |
| Thu 29 | 7:20 am · 4:15 pm | High tide 12:24 am · 7.4 ft | Low tide 6:25 am · 2.0 ft | High tide 12:43 pm · 7.2 ft | Low tide 6:50 pm · 1.7 ft | Coef. 96 | 85% | Major periods 1:30 am · 2:02 pm | High |
| Fri 30 | 7:22 am · 4:12 pm | High tide 1:13 am · 7.1 ft | Low tide 7:10 am · 2.5 ft | High tide 1:27 pm · 7.0 ft | Low tide 7:42 pm · 2.0 ft | Coef. 87 | 76% | Major periods 2:34 am · 3:06 pm | Medium |
| Sat 31 | 7:25 am · 4:09 pm | High tide 2:05 am · 6.7 ft | Low tide 8:00 am · 3.0 ft | High tide 2:16 pm · 6.8 ft | Low tide 8:43 pm · 2.3 ft | Coef. 74 | 65% | Major periods 3:37 am · 4:07 pm | Medium |
| Sun 1 | 7:28 am · 4:07 pm | High tide 3:06 am · 6.2 ft | Low tide 9:00 am · 3.5 ft | High tide 3:12 pm · 6.5 ft | Low tide 9:57 pm · 2.5 ft | Coef. 61 | Last quarter | Major periods 4:36 am · 5:04 pm | Medium |
| Mon 2 | 7:30 am · 4:04 pm | High tide 4:20 am · 5.8 ft | Low tide 10:18 am · 3.7 ft | High tide 4:23 pm · 6.2 ft | Low tide 11:27 pm · 2.5 ft | Coef. 52 | 43% | Major periods 5:30 am · 5:55 pm | Medium |
| Tue 3 | 7:33 am · 4:01 pm | High tide 5:51 am · 5.6 ft | Low tide 11:52 am · 3.6 ft | High tide 5:52 pm · 6.1 ft | — | Coef. 52 | 32% | Major periods 6:19 am · 6:43 pm | Medium |
▲ high tide · ▼ low tide · heights above chart datum (LAT). Major periods: start time; they last 2 hours. Activity: based on the moon phase and the solunar periods.
Where this tide comes from
Symbister has no station of its own, so we use the tide at Lerwick (Environment Agency), 14 mi away. On the open coast the difference is usually a few minutes and inches; inside estuaries, rivers and enclosed bays it can be much larger.
Station data attribution: This uses Environment Agency tide gauge data from the real-time data API (Beta): Lerwick (E74424), https://environment.data.gov.uk/flood-monitoring/id/stations/E74424. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Modified: harmonic constants fitted by TidePlanet from the 15-minute sea levels of 2025-10-29 to 2026-10-22 (356 days).
The sea at Symbister
Sea stateSea state: slight
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common1.3 ft
- Significant2.6 ft
- Highest expectedHighest5.4 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 5.4 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 5.4 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-offshore wind. The coast faces southeast and the wind comes off the land at an angle: calmer water near the shore, and bait and boats drift out to sea.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves ease over the next few days. The biggest waves arrive on Wednesday 28: 5.1 ft with a period of 10 s, from the south-southeast (moderate).
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water is steady these days, with no sudden changes.
Water warmer than normal for late October (+1.7 °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 8:54 pm (local time).
Surf in Symbister today
Surf today
Fair- 2.3–3.5 ft surf at the shore, a fun size for most surfers
- 2.8 ft swell at 7 s from the south-southeast, short: weak, messy waves
- Fresh offshore wind (20 mph): it holds up and grooms the waves
- Rising tide (high tide at 12:01 pm)
- Light: First light 6:32 am · sunrise 7:17 am · sunset 4:18 pm · last light 5:02 pm
- Tide: low 5:43 am (1.7 ft), high 12:01 pm (7.3 ft) and low 6:03 pm (1.6 ft). Every break has its own tide: some work at low tide and others at high tide. The tide doesn’t change the score here.
- Water at 52.7 °F: a 5/4 fullsuit with booties (and a hood if it’s windy).
- Energy: 81 kJ · Low power
Today’s surf at a glance
The best window, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, has a good size and light offshore wind, though with a short-period swell. 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm can also work, with a good size and light offshore wind, though with a short-period 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 Symbister today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: poor- Slack water around high tide (12:01 pm): little current from 11:40 am to 12:20 pm
- 2.6 ft swell at 7 s from the south-southeast: some surge on the bottom
- Fresh offshore wind (21 mph): it pushes surface swimmers away from shore
- 0.4 mph current toward the northeast, weak (model)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: low tide 5:43 am (5:28–6:00 am), high tide 12:01 pm (11:40 am–12:20 pm) and low tide 6:03 pm (5:48–6:20 pm)
- Likely visibility: poor. Swell (up to 5.1 ft at 9 s), rain (0.23 in) and wind over the last few days have stirred up the water. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Water at 52.7 °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 5:02 pm. Waning gibbous (92%), rising at 3:58 pm: a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 11:10 am to 12:40 pm, combines slack water at high tide, weak current and the sun high, though with fresh wind.
Slack water comes from the tide: in inlets, channels and between islands the water can keep running for an hour or two after. Ask the local dive shop.
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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- Verdant 0.1 mi
- Destiny 7.2 mi
- Fitful Head 8.0 mi
- Fv Swiftwing 8.2 mi
- Borodinskoye Polye 9.2 mi
- Sea Mist 9.9 mi
- Kennemerland 11 mi
- Wrangels Palais 12 mi
- Wreck 7.0 mi
- Wreck 9.2 mi
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 Symbister
Now in Symbister
- Low / high
- 48 / 51 °F
- Rain
- 0.06 in · 100%
- Clouds
- 97%
- Humidity
- 86%
- Dew pointDew point
- 47 °F
- Visibility
- 16 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Fair · 29
- Saharan dust
- No
- Pollen
- None
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising · now Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Rising now (+0.06 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: +0.34 inHg. Rising pressure: anglers say fish bite less for a while. 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 | Partly cloudy | Mainly clear | Partly cloudy | Light showers | Partly cloudy | Partly cloudy | Overcast |
| Temperature | 49° | 49° | 49° | 49° | 51° | 51° | 50° | 51° |
| Wind (mph) | 27 SW | 22 SW | 23 SW | 20 SW | 21 WSW | 22 WSW | 18 WSW | 16 WSW |
| Gusts | 45 | 41 | 36 | 28 | 34 | 32 | 26 | 23 |
| Waves | 5.1 ft | 4.3 ft | 3.9 ft | 3.5 ft | 3.2 ft | 3.1 ft | 2.9 ft | 2.6 ft |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.01 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 9:00 pm 51° 16 WSW 2.6 ft
- 12:00 am 51° 17 WSW 2.6 ft
- 3:00 am 52° 17 WSW 2.2 ft
- 6:00 am 52° 16 WSW 2.0 ft
- 9:00 am 53° 12 SW 1.8 ft
- 12:00 pm 54° 13 SW 1.7 ft
- 3:00 pm 54° 7 SSW 1.6 ft
- 6:00 pm 53° 7 S 1.4 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave | High tides |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 28 | 48 / 51 °F | 28 mph SW | 5.1 ft | 12:01 pm | |
| Thu 29 | 51 / 55 °F | 17 mph SW | 2.6 ft | 12:24 am · 12:43 pm | |
| Fri 30 | 51 / 53 °F | 23 mph S | 2.4 ft | 1:13 am · 1:27 pm | |
| Sat 31 | 48 / 54 °F | 10 mph W | 2.2 ft | 2:05 am · 2:16 pm | |
| Sun 1 | 47 / 49 °F | 7 mph W | 1.2 ft | 3:06 am · 3:12 pm | |
| Mon 2 | 47 / 52 °F | 15 mph WNW | 1.6 ft | 4:20 am · 4:23 pm | |
| Tue 3 | 48 / 51 °F | 9 mph W | 0.9 ft | 5:51 am · 5:52 pm | |
| Wed 4 | 49 / 52 °F | 10 mph WSW | 1.0 ft | 7:06 am · 7:08 pm | |
| Thu 5 | 49 / 51 °F | 11 mph SW | 0.9 ft | 8:00 am · 8:06 pm | |
| Fri 6 | 44 / 49 °F | 7 mph SSW | 0.7 ft | 8:43 am · 8:55 pm | |
| Sat 7 | 46 / 50 °F | 10 mph SW | 1.4 ft | 9:22 am · 9:38 pm | |
| Sun 8 | 44 / 47 °F | 6 mph SSE | 2.3 ft | 9:59 am · 10:18 pm | |
| Mon 9 | 45 / 49 °F | 13 mph S | 3.5 ft | 10:35 am · 10:56 pm | |
| Tue 10 | 46 / 50 °F | 14 mph SE | 4.9 ft | 11:09 am · 11:34 pm |
- Thu 29 Overcast 51° / 55° 2.6 ft
- Fri 30 Light rain 51° / 53° 2.4 ft
- Sat 31 Light rain 48° / 54° 2.2 ft
- Sun 1 Light showers 47° / 49° 1.2 ft
- Mon 2 Overcast 47° / 52° 1.6 ft
- Tue 3 Overcast 48° / 51° 0.9 ft
- Wed 4 Overcast 49° / 52° 1.0 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. High tides: our own tide calculation.
- The models They don't agree · low confidence: unsure about rain on Saturday 31. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: a bit warmer, normal rain and a slightly warmer sea. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, normal highs for late October (50 °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 8:54 pm (local time).
The sun in Symbister
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 5:43 am
- Full dark 5:52 pm
- Civil dawn 6:32 am
- Civil dusk 5:02 pm
- Solar noon 11:48 am (16° high)
- Daylight 9 h 0 min (−5 min)
- Evening golden hour 3:11 pm
- Full dark 5:52 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,359,792 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Symbister
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,451 mi away and looks 32′ 47″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: high- 12:26–2:26 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 12:57–2:57 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 11:20 am–12:20 pm Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 3:28–4:28 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 Symbister
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
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- Voe Pier 8.3 mi
- Boat ramp 0.1 mi
- Boat ramp 0.2 mi
- Boat ramp 2.7 mi
- Boat ramp 3.5 mi
- Boat ramp 4.0 mi
- Boat ramp 4.2 mi
- Boat ramp 7.8 mi
- Marina 0.1 mi
- Marina 4.2 mi
- Scad Skerry 3.5 mi
- Lunna Harbour 5.4 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.
Water depth
Drops off fastThe bottom drops off fast: the water is 33 ft deep just 300 ft from shore. It reaches 164 ft at 800 ft.
From the shoreline (1.5 mi from Symbister) out to sea, heading southeast.
How far from shore
- 16 ft deep230 ft
- 33 ft deep300 ft
- 66 ft deep380 ft
- 164 ft deep800 ft
For fishing, swimming and diving
- Shore fishing. Deep water close in: about 41 ft just 330 ft out. Good for casting from rocks, jetties or the beach itself; current and surf hit harder here.
- Swimming. The bottom drops quickly near the shore and you are soon out of your depth. Keep an eye on kids and weak swimmers.
- Diving. Shore diving works here: 33 ft at 300 ft and 66 ft at 380 ft from shore.
Right by the shore the bottom may drop even faster than shown.
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
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Symbister Ness Lighthouse 0.5 mi west
- Light
- 2 flashes every 12 s; white or green depending on where you see it from · Fl(2) WG 12s
- Range
- 8 nautical miles (9.2 mi)
- Light height
- 36 ft above sea level
- Tower height
- 23 ft
Other lighthouses nearby: Suther Ness Lighthouse (2.0 mi north), Wether Holm Lighthouse (2.1 mi north).
Light details: NGA List of Lights (USA); the rest from Wikidata. For reference only: not for navigation. Wikidata · Sources and licenses
Tides near SymbisterTides nearby
All places in Shetland Islands, A to Z (253) →Symbister at a glance
- Town or city of about 797 people. Coordinates: 60.342° N, 1.025° W.
- It is 14 mi north of Lerwick, the main place in Shetland Islands. The sun rises at the same time and sets 1 min earlier than in Lerwick.
- The nearest tide station, Lerwick, is 14 mi to the south.
- Its coast faces southeast.
Questions about SymbisterQuestions
What time is high tide today in Symbister?
Today in Symbister there is high tide at 12:01 pm (7.3 ft) and low tides at 5:43 am and 6:03 pm. Tide coefficient 99.
What time is sunset today in Symbister?
At 4:18 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 5:02 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Symbister?
At 7:20 am. First light comes at 5:45 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 12:26–2:26 am, Minor 11:20 am–12:20 pm, Major 12:57–2:57 pm, Minor 3:28–4:28 pm. Today's activity is high.
What's the weather like today in Symbister?
Light showers, from 48 °F to 51 °F, with a moderate breeze from the west-southwest (16 mph) and a 100% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Symbister?
Slight (Douglas 3): 2.6 ft waves with a period of 5.9 s from the south-southwest. The water is 52.7 °F.
When is the best time to visit Symbister?
The best time to visit Symbister is from June to August: highs of 54 °F to 58 °F, about 11 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: Lerwick tide gauge (UK National Tide Gauge Network). This uses Environment Agency tide gauge data from the real-time data API (Beta), under the Open Government Licence v3.0; constants fitted by TidePlanet from a year of its readings. Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).