
Port Canaveral is a major cruise ship port in Florida, and understanding the tides is essential for a smooth and enjoyable experience.
The port's location on the Atlantic coast means the tides are influenced by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun.
The high tide at Port Canaveral typically occurs around 10:30 am and 10:30 pm, while the low tide occurs around 4:00 am and 4:00 pm.
These tidal patterns can affect the depth of water in the port, which may impact cruise ship operations.
Tidal Information
The tidal coefficient in Cape Canaveral is 65 on average, but it can increase to 74 at noon and reach 82 by the end of the day.
You can compare these levels to the maximum high tide recorded in the tide tables for Cape Canaveral, which is 5.2ft.
Large coefficients indicate important high and low tides, which usually bring major currents and movements on the sea bed.

The tidal amplitude in Cape Canaveral may be greatly affected by the weather, so be sure to consult the weather forecast, wind forecast, and surf forecast before going fishing.
The graph showing the progression of the tidal coefficient in April 2025 gives us a rough idea of the tidal amplitude in Cape Canaveral for that month.
Table
Tides at Port Canaveral can be a bit tricky to understand, but don't worry, I've got you covered. The tide table for Cape Canaveral this week shows that on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, the tide is currently falling with an estimated height of 3.3 ft.
The tide table for Cape Canaveral this week is a great resource to plan your activities around the tides. You can see the exact times and heights of the tides for each day of the week.
Here's a breakdown of the tides for each day of the week:
The tide chart key shows that the tide is currently falling with an estimated height of 3.3 ft, and the last tide was High at 4:44 PM.
Solar and Lunar Activity

Solar and Lunar Activity plays a significant role in determining the tides at Port Canaveral, Florida.
The Solunar period is a crucial factor to consider, as it can impact fishing and other activities. Solunar periods are periods of increased activity, and at Cape Canaveral, these periods coincide with sunrise or sunset, resulting in even more activity than expected.
During these peak periods, reflected in green on the chart, we can expect more activity than initially planned. The chart also highlights periods of greatest activity during the year with a big blue fish on the period bar.
Next Tides
The next low tide is at 10:59 pm, so if you're planning a beach activity, be sure to check the tide times.
The high tide today was at 4:23 am with a height of 3.54 ft, and the next high tide is at 4:49 pm with a height of 3.35 ft.
Here are the tide times for the next 24 hours:
High and Low
The high tide times are quite interesting. The first high tide was at 4:14am, and the next one is at 4:44pm.
In Cape Canaveral, the sun rises at 6:48:16 am and sets at 7:52:43 pm. The solar transit was at 1:20:29 pm.
Today we have 13 hours and 4 minutes of sun.
The first low tide was at 10:30am, and the next low tide will be at 10:58pm.
Next at 10:59 PM
Next at 10:59 PM is the next low tide. It's a good idea to check the tide times before heading out to the beach.
The next low tide is at 10:59 PM, which is also the time for the next low tide on Wednesday 23 April 2025. This low tide will have a height of -0.03 ft.
You can plan your beach activities around the tide times, but be sure to check the height of the water to ensure it's safe for swimming or other activities.
The next low tide is just a few hours after the high tide, which is at 4:23 am with a height of 3.54 ft.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the king tide season in Florida?
King tides in Florida typically occur from October to December, influenced by the sun's position and the moon's perigee. This seasonal phenomenon is caused by the combination of the sun's proximity to the Earth and the moon's closest approach to our planet.
Sources
- https://tides4fishing.com/us/florida-east-coast/cape-canaveral
- https://www.tideschart.com/United-States/Florida/Brevard-County/Cape-Canaveral/
- https://www.tidespro.com/us/florida/cape-canaveral
- https://www.tideschart.com/United-States/Florida/Brevard-County/Port-Canaveral/
- https://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/Jetty-Park/tides/latest
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