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Tides & Weather

On BLUE RIDE courses we show you quick and simple ways to get the best information from weather forecasts.

We always use the first 3 websites below before going on the water

24 Hour Inshore Waters Forecast

For going on the water today or tomorrow use http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/

  • This is the best UK marine weather forecast for - Up To 12 Miles Offshore
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  • For the Central South Coast use the coastal area - Selsey Bill To Lyme Regis

Tide Tables For The Next 7 Days

Our favourite site for quick tidal information is http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/

2 Day Central Southern England Forecast

For a guide to the next few days weather we use http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/

5 Day Central Southern England Forecast

For quick guide to local weather we use http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/

Atlantic Pressure Chart Animation

To see Atlantic weather systems we use http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/

World Clock Time

When travelling anywhere in the world use http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/

More Weather & Tide Info

  • Spring Tides have higher high tides and lower low tides

  • Neap Tides have less range of change between high and low tides

  • Always check whether tide times are GMT (winter) or BST (summer)

  •  Always print a copy of the Inshore Waters Forecast and take it with you