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Moon: Waves
The moon phases play a significant role in the sport of surfing, as they directly influence the tides and ocean conditions. The moon's gravitational pull affects the Earth's tides.
During a full or new moon, when the Earth, moon, and sun are roughly aligned, we experience higher high tides, known as spring tides. Conversely, during a quarter moon, the gravitational forces from the sun and moon partially cancel each other out, resulting in lower high tides, known as neap tides. Understanding these phenomena is essential for surfers as they rely on tides to create the optimal waves for riding.
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