AI powered surf forecasts

August 20, 2025

This Week's Intelligence

As of today (late June 2024), here’s a summary of the Netherlands surf forecast for the next 5 days, focused on the North Sea coast (Scheveningen, Wijk aan Zee, etc.):

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### Day 1 (Today)

- Wave size: 0.7 – 1.2 meters, with some larger sets possible.

- Wind: Moderate onshore winds (SW 12–18 knots), increasing a bit in the afternoon.

- Tide: High tide mid-afternoon.

- Summary: Choppy due to strong onshore wind, but rideable for intermediates. Early morning has slightly cleaner faces.

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### Day 2

- Wave size: 1.0 – 1.4 meters.

- Wind: Winds shift more WNW and lighten, especially towards evening (8–12 knots).

- Tide: Morning low, afternoon high.

- Summary: Best surf day! Decent swell with lighter, more favorable winds for some cleaner conditions, especially late afternoon into evening.

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### Day 3

- Wave size: 0.6 – 1.0 meters.

- Wind: Variable winds, light in the morning, picking up (NW).

- Tide: High in the early morning, dropping later.

- Summary: Smaller, but playful for beginners and longboarders; cleanest conditions likely before winds increase after noon.

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### Day 4

- Wave size: 0.3 – 0.7 meters.

- Wind: Variable winds, light, turning onshore in the afternoon.

- Tide: Afternoon high.

- Summary: Smallest day, mainly for beginner longboards, SUP. Weak wind and small waves.

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### Day 5

- Wave size: 0.7 – 1.1 meters, new pulse possible.

- Wind: Winds turn SW again, 13–16 knots, moderate strength.

- Tide: Low tide mid-morning.

- Summary: Fresh pulse of surf but with moderate winds, which could mean a bit of chop; best early before wind increases.

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## Best Surf Days and Why

Day 2 is the standout:

- Good swell (1.0–1.4m)

- Lighter winds (more WNW – less chop)

- Favorable tides for many spots

- Cleanest and most reliable waves for all levels, especially advanced intermediates and up.

Early mornings on Days 1 & 3 also offer surfable conditions, especially for intermediates and longboarders.

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Tip: For the Netherlands, check real-time webcams and wind maps—conditions change quickly!