How does a full moon affect the tides?

Well, darling, when the moon is full, its gravitational pull on the Earth is out in full force, causing higher tides (and lower tides too, just to keep things interesting). The ocean just can't resist the moon's charm and ends up doing a little dance with the waves. So, next time you're at the beach under a full moon, think about how those tides are showing off for the moonlight.