Sure! Here’s a summary of the surf forecast for the Netherlands for the next 5 days (June 11–15, 2024):
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### Day-by-Day Surf Forecast
Tuesday, June 11:
- Wave height: 0.5–1m (knee-to-waist high)
- Wind: Moderate SW winds (onshore), 15–18 knots
- Tide: High around midday
- Summary: Small, choppy waves. Not ideal due to onshore winds and small swell.
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Wednesday, June 12:
- Wave height: 1–1.3m (waist-to-chest high)
- Wind: Light WNW, 8–12 knots (slightly cross-shore)
- Tide: Low in the morning, high in late afternoon
- Summary: Improvements with cleaner conditions. Mornings and late afternoons are best, especially around mid-tide.
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Thursday, June 13:
- Wave height: 1.2–1.5m (chest high+)
- Wind: Light/variable winds (less than 8 knots)
- Tide: Low midday, high late evening
- Summary: Best day for surfing! Solid swell, clean faces, especially around late morning to midday. Light winds will help keep it glassy.
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Friday, June 14:
- Wave height: 0.8–1.1m (waist high)
- Wind: Moderate SSW, 14–17 knots (cross-to-onshore)
- Tide: High around sunrise, low in the afternoon
- Summary: Drops in size, winds pick up onshore. Early morning session is best before wind increases.
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Saturday, June 15:
- Wave height: 0.5–0.8m (waist high or less)
- Wind: Light ENE, 6–10 knots (offshore)
- Tide: High late morning, low mid-afternoon
- Summary: Small waves, but offshore wind may clean things up. Best for beginners.
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### Best Days for Surfing
Thursday, June 13 is the standout day:
- Reason: Consistent chest-high swell, light winds, and favorable tides. Good for all levels, especially intermediate and advanced surfers.
Honorable mentions:
- Wednesday morning and Saturday for beginners: Mild conditions, manageable size, and less wind.
Avoid:
- Tuesday and late Friday: Smaller, choppy surf with too much onshore wind.
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Tip:
Check webcams before heading out as local storm cells and wind shifts can change conditions quickly along the Dutch coast.
Let me know if you want an update on a specific surf spot (Scheveningen, Wijk aan Zee, Domburg, etc.)!