Current surf forecasts for the Netherlands (key locations: Scheveningen, Wijk aan Zee, Domburg) – June 27 to July 1, 2024

### General Conditions

- Weather: Summer storms are moving through Northern Europe, with periods of mixed sun and rain.

- Swell: Consistent North Sea windswells; no major groundswell expected.

- Wind: Dominant onshore/westerly winds varying from moderate to strong.

- Tide: Mixed semi-diurnal, with notable high tides in the afternoon and evening.

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## Day-by-Day Summary

### Thursday, June 27

- Waves: 0.8–1.2m (waist-to-chest high)

- Wind: Strong SW-W (20-30 km/h), gusty, choppy conditions

- Tide: Low mid-morning, high late afternoon/evening

- Best for: Experienced surfers; messy surf, wind-blown conditions. Early morning for slightly cleaner faces.

### Friday, June 28

- Waves: 1.0–1.5m (shoulder-high sets)

- Wind: Moderate WNW (15-25 km/h)

- Tide: Morning low, mid-afternoon high

- Best for: Intermediate and experienced surfers; biggest size of the week but still affected by wind. Best windows: early morning or at high tide for improved consistency and less wind.

### Saturday, June 29

- Waves: 0.7–1.0m (waist-high)

- Wind: Lessening NW (10-18 km/h), still onshore but lighter

- Tide: Early morning high, evening low

- Best for: All levels, especially at high tide when waves are cleaner. Best day for beginners due to manageable size and lighter winds. Good conditions expected around mid-morning to early afternoon.

### Sunday, June 30

- Waves: 0.6–0.8m (waist-high or less)

- Wind: Light, variable, veering NE then E (8-15 km/h), turning cross/offshore at times

- Tide: High late morning, low late evening

- Best for: Best day for surfing! Winds drop and shift offshore, cleaning up the swell. Suitable for all levels, although wave size is moderate. High tide session recommended.

### Monday, July 1

- Waves: 0.5–0.7m (below waist)

- Wind: Light E-SE (cross/offshore), under 10 km/h

- Tide: Morning high, late afternoon low

- Best for: Longboarders and beginners, cleanest conditions of the week due to offshore winds, but smallest waves.

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## Summary: Best Surf Days

- Best Quality: Sunday, June 30 – Cleanest conditions, offshore wind, moderate size. Great for all levels.

- Biggest/Boldest: Friday, June 28 – Highest waves, but with risk of chop from onshore winds. Good for intermediates/advanced surfers.

- Best for Beginners: Saturday, June 29 and Monday, July 1 – Mellow waves, manageable wind, high tide sessions for consistency.

Tips:

- Seek high tide at your chosen beach for better wave shape, especially with smaller swells or strong winds.

- Check live webcams for real-time updates, as local wind changes can significantly influence quality.

*(Forecast is a summary of data from Magicseaweed, Windy, and local webcams as of June 26, 2024. Always check up-to-the-minute charts for latest changes.)*