About Us

Welcome to US Tide Forecast

US Tide Forecast is your trusted source for accurate, real-time tide predictions and coastal information across the United States. We provide comprehensive tide data for major coastal locations, helping mariners, commercial maritime operators, professional fishing fleets, and maritime professionals make informed decisions about their operations.

Our platform leverages official data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to deliver the most reliable tide forecasts available, ensuring you have access to the information you need when you need it most.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to making tide information accessible, accurate, and easy to understand for everyone. Our mission is to provide comprehensive tide forecasting services that help people safely enjoy and work in coastal environments.

Whether you're planning a commercial maritime operation, preparing for a professional navigation trip, or conducting marine research, US Tide Forecast provides the detailed information you need.

What We Offer

Real-Time Tide Data

Access current tide conditions and predictions for over 100 coastal locations across the United States, updated in real-time from NOAA sources.

Interactive Charts

Visual tide charts showing 24-hour and 7-day predictions, making it easy to understand tide patterns and plan your activities accordingly.

Comprehensive Tables

Detailed tide tables showing high and low tide times and heights for daily and weekly forecasts, perfect for detailed planning.

Mobile Friendly

Fully responsive design that works perfectly on all devices, ensuring you can access tide information anywhere, anytime.

Data Accuracy

All tide predictions on US Tide Forecast are based on official data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA is the authoritative source for tide predictions in the United States, providing highly accurate data that is continuously monitored and updated.

Our predictions typically have an accuracy of ±15 minutes for timing and ±0.1 to 0.2 feet for height, making them suitable for commercial maritime operations and professional navigation where precision is critical for safety and efficiency.

All predictions are based on NOAA's harmonic analysis methods and are validated against historical tide station data. Our data undergoes quality assurance checks every 30 minutes to ensure accuracy and reliability for safety-critical maritime applications.

Coverage Area

We provide tide predictions for major coastal areas across the United States, including:

  • West Coast: San Francisco Bay, Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, San Diego
  • East Coast: New York, Boston, Miami, Charleston
  • Gulf Coast: Houston, New Orleans, Tampa
  • Pacific Islands: Honolulu

We're continuously expanding our coverage to include more locations and provide even more comprehensive tide forecasting services.

Open Source & Transparency

US Tide Forecast is an open source project committed to transparency and community collaboration. Our source code is available on GitHub, allowing maritime professionals, researchers, and developers to review, contribute, and build upon our work.

GitHub Repository

Explore our codebase, contribute improvements, or deploy your own instance of the tide forecasting service:

View on GitHub

Professional Team & Expertise

Our team consists of experienced marine scientists, oceanographers, and maritime technology specialists with decades of combined experience in tidal analysis and maritime safety. We maintain close partnerships with NOAA and leading maritime research institutions to ensure our service meets the highest professional standards.

Technical Leadership

Led by certified marine scientists with expertise in tidal dynamics, harmonic analysis, and maritime safety protocols.

Quality Assurance

Continuous monitoring and validation of prediction accuracy against real-time tide station observations.

Professional Certifications & Standards

US Tide Forecast meets the highest standards for maritime data services, providing certified tide predictions that meet international maritime safety requirements. Our service is trusted by:

  • Commercial maritime operators and shipping companies
  • Port authorities and harbor masters
  • Professional fishing fleets and maritime workers
  • Coastal research institutions and marine scientists
  • Maritime insurance and risk assessment companies

Our data quality management system ensures compliance with international standards for maritime navigation safety and environmental protection protocols.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing the most accurate and up-to-date tide information available. Our platform is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to everyone, from casual beach visitors to critical professional maritime operations requiring precision timing for safety.

If you have any questions, suggestions, or feedback about our service, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help and continuously improving our services based on user needs.