In Shediac, New Brunswick, long-range tide forecasts from Tide‑Forecast.com show astronomical high tides peaking on January 30–31, 2026, at about 5.7–5.8 ft (1.75–1.77 m) in Shediac Bay — the highest spring tides of the month. Those peaks surpass mid‑January spring tides (about 5.4 ft / 1.64 m on January 17). Astronomical calculations set the baseline, but any strong winter storm or low‑pressure system could add surge and winds that push water levels above the roughly 2.0‑metre threshold at which overland flooding is a significant concern for low‑lying areas such as Front Street and the Pointe‑du‑Chene wharf.
The Town of Shediac’s Public Works is the municipal unit responsible for drainage, pumping and road closures during flood events, and the town adopted a Climate Change Adaptation Plan (CCAP) in principle in 2024 to address coastal risks. (For specific, up‑to‑date operational steps — for example, whether crews are actively inspecting seawalls or deploying pumps for the late‑January tides — contact the Town of Shediac Public Works for confirmation.)
The Shediac Harbour Authority manages the Pointe‑du‑Chene wharf; higher-than-normal tides narrow windows for safe vessel launch and docking and increase the risk of submerged ramps and slippery docks. Local fishers and waterfront operators typically secure gear and plan trips around peak tides to reduce the risk of damage and safety hazards.
