About Tide Predictions

  • Introduction
  • Cautionary Note
  • Factors affecting the actual tide heights and times
    1. Meteorological effects
    2. Barometric pressure
    3. The effect of wind
    4. Storm surges
    5. Seasonal Changes in Mean Sea Level
  • Tidal Streams
    1. Port Phillip Heads VIC
    2. Torres Strait QLD
  • Further information

Seasonal Changes in Mean Sea Level

Average seasonal sea level cycles are incorporated into the tide predictions. However, in extreme cases, such as during an El Nino or La Nina event, sea levels may differ by as much as 0.5m above or below and remain so for many months.