AI powered surf forecasts

March 11, 2026

This Week's Intelligence

I don't have access to real-time surf forecasts. However, I can demonstrate how to summarize a surf forecast and what to look for so you can interpret one for yourself. Here’s what you’ll want to consider for the Netherlands (typically the North Sea coast, like Scheveningen or Wijk aan Zee):

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### Surf Forecast Summary Example (for the next 5 days):

General Overview:

The Netherlands rarely gets clean, consistent surf, but with North Sea swells, wind and tide play a huge role. Look for days with moderate wave heights (ideally 1-2 meters for intermediates), light offshore or cross-shore winds, and favorable tides (usually mid-tide rising is best).

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#### Day 1 (Today)

- Waves: 1.2m

- Wind: Moderate onshore (10-12 knots)

- Tide: High at noon, dropping through afternoon

- Summary: Choppy conditions; not ideal for surfing except for beginners/foamies.

#### Day 2

- Waves: 1.5m, peaking early morning

- Wind: Light offshore in morning, turning onshore by midday

- Tide: Mid-tide in morning

- Summary: Best day for surfing! Clean conditions early due to offshore winds and rising tide. Go early before wind switches.

#### Day 3

- Waves: 1.8m, but messy

- Wind: Strong onshore winds all day

- Tide: Low in morning, rising late afternoon

- Summary: Big but blown out. Suitable only for experienced surfers looking for challenging conditions.

#### Day 4

- Waves: 0.8m, dropping

- Wind: Light to moderate side-shore

- Tide: High midday

- Summary: Small, lackluster surf, possibly okay for longboards and beginners at high tide.

#### Day 5

- Waves: 1.1m, with new pulse in afternoon

- Wind: Light offshore in afternoon

- Tide: Mid-tide in afternoon

- Summary: Potential for fun, clean surf late in day as new swell builds and winds turn offshore.

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### Best Surf Days:

- Day 2: Most favorable combination of wave size, clean/offshore wind, and tide.

- Day 5 (late): Promising conditions with new swell and offshore winds for cleaner faces.

Why?

Offshore winds groom the waves, making them less choppy and easier to ride. Swell in the 1-1.5m range is manageable for most, and mid-tide often works best in the Netherlands to avoid shorebreak or too-dry sandbanks.

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Tip:

Always double-check local cams and reports (Magicseaweed, Surf Forecast, local surf shop sites) for up-to-date conditions before heading out!

If you’d like a real, current forecast, please provide details from a source (or a screenshot), and I can interpret it for you.