Tides

the Moon shining over the ocean with a reflection

Tidal Glossary: Definitions of Common Tidal Terms

Tide Terminology Explained: A Guide to Tides and Tidal Ranges

Aerial photograph of the San Andreas Fault

What Are Earth Tides? The Moon’s Surprising Pull on the Solid Earth

What causes tides on Earth and more facts

Photograph of a clear blue wave and a yellow/orange sky

How Does the Moon Affect the Tides and Weather?

Plus, let's dispel some Moon myths!

churning waves under stormy skies

What Are Proxigean Tides? Learn All About These Extraordinary Tidal Ranges

waves crashing on a rocky coast

What Are Spring Tides & Neap Tides?

How the Moon’s phase affects the ocean tides.