Sure! Here’s a summary of the surf forecast for the Netherlands (e.g., Scheveningen, Wijk aan Zee) for the next 5 days (June 26–30, 2024). Note: local conditions may vary, especially between northern and southern spots.
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Wednesday, June 26:
- Wave size: 0.9–1.2m (waist to chest high)
- Wind: Moderate SW winds (side-onshore), 15–22 knots
- Tide: High tide around sunrise and mid-afternoon
- Summary: Decent size, but wind is strong and onshore, making it choppy. Early morning session closest to high tide could offer the best conditions if winds ease off.
Thursday, June 27:
- Wave size: 0.8–1.0m (waist high)
- Wind: WSW easing to W, 10–15 knots (less onshore)
- Tide: Mid-morning and evening highs
- Summary: Cleaner than Wednesday as winds die down; decent peaks during morning and late afternoon as tide fills in. Suitable for all levels, best mid-tide.
Friday, June 28:
- Wave size: 0.7–0.9m (waist high or less)
- Wind: Light WNW winds (cross-shore), 6–10 knots
- Tide: High around noon
- Summary: Smaller surf, but glassier conditions. Fun for longboarders or beginners. Lack of wind chop, best during rising tide in the morning.
Saturday, June 29:
- Wave size: 1.0–1.3m (chest high)
- Wind: Moderate SW winds, 12–16 knots (side-onshore)
- Tide: High in the afternoon
- Summary: More swell arrives. Wind a bit onshore, but less than midweek. Best potential during early morning before wind picks up and around mid-tide.
Sunday, June 30:
- Wave size: 1.2–1.5m (shoulder high, possibly bigger sets)
- Wind: Light SW veering S, 6–10 knots (cross-onshore to offshore in some places)
- Tide: Morning high
- Summary: Best day of the week. Good size and, with lighter winds, periods of clean faces, especially in the morning. Tide is favorable for good shape.
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Best Days for Surfing:
- Sunday (June 30) - Best overall: solid swell, light winds, good tides, and cleaner conditions. Great for all levels.
- Saturday (June 29) - Good for intermediates with the new swell, especially if wind isn’t too strong in the morning.
- Thursday & Friday - Cleaner, smaller surf (better for beginners or longboarders).
Tips:
- Get in early to take advantage of lighter winds and better tides.
- Southern spots (Scheveningen) sometimes clean up faster after onshore winds.
- Watch local wind/tide cams for sudden changes.
Summary:
Sunday is the pick of the week for decent size and clean conditions. Friday and Thursday are great for mellow, fun waves, especially for less experienced surfers.
Let me know if you need details for a specific surf spot!