
Surf Forecasts:
Kijkduin surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Friday 31 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 4s period, N swell with 50 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Kijkduin this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Kijkduin in the next 16 days are 1.1m 4s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 2s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Fri 31st Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 4s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Kijkduin over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, grab a seat and let’s talk about Kijkduin. Straight up, I’ve got to be honest with you—this stretch of sand is in for a rough run. The next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim for any decent surf.
We’re looking at a long, dry spell here. From now, right through the end of July and into early August, it’s pretty much a write-off. The swell is tiny, mostly under 3 ft, and the wind is consistently messing things up. You’ll see a lot of "poor surf conditions" in the forecast—cross-onshore breezes, choppy water, and not enough energy to get a proper wave. The combined energy is weak, sitting in the low two-digit figures for most of that time, like 61 (moderate wave energy) at best, but usually much lower, even down to 10 or 15.
The water temperature is a bit of a story though. On the first day, 27 July, we’re sitting at 68°, which is about 5° warmer than normal for this time of year. That’s a notable anomaly, so you’ll be in for a surprisingly warm dip if you’re brave enough to paddle out in the crud.
Now, there is a glimmer of hope, but you’ve got to be patient. The best window looks like Wednesday morning, 5 August. The swell is still small, around 3 ft from the north, with a short period of 5 seconds (weak, local windswell). The combined energy is only 50 (weak). But the wind is light and cross-offshore from the ENE, making it clean. The forecast calls it "surfable waves but very ordinary conditions." It’s not a standout, but it’s the only moment in the whole 16 days that gets a score of 1 out of 10. For a beach break like Kijkduin, with that NNW swell direction matching the optimum, it might just be enough for a few fun ones if you’re desperate.
Other than that, it’s a barren wasteland. Thursday morning, 6 August, has offshore wind (ESE) and clean conditions, but the swell is a pathetic 1 ft with combined energy of just 17 (weak). Not worth paddling out for.
Expect a gap of about 9 days with no real recommendations at all. It’s a tough stretch for the area. The crowds at Kijkduin can be a problem sometimes, but honestly, with this outlook, you’ll probably have the place to yourself. For a beach/jetty setup, if the wind gets strong and the swell is poor, it’s more of a kite surfing scene than a proper paddle session.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 32°C on Wed afternoon, min 18°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Thu night, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 5 | NNW 8 | N 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | W 5 | NNW 4 | WSW 5 | N 8 | NNW 4 | N 5 | NNW 5 | NNW 5 | N 4 | NNW 5 | N 3 | NNE 4 |
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15 | 33 | 28 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 16 | 21 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 20 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 4 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | on | off | cross | cross-on | cross | on | cross | off | cross-on | cross-on | off | glassy | on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 3:32AM1.98m | 3:46PM1.94m | 4:14AM2.09m | 4:24PM2.04m | 4:53AM2.21m | 5:01PM2.14m | 5:32AM2.32m | 5:39PM2.22m | 6:10AM2.40m | 6:17PM2.27m | 6:48AM2.45m | 6:56PM2.28m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:27PM0.68m | 10:59AM0.75m | 11:07PM0.57m | 11:50AM0.68m | 11:56PM0.44m | 12:34PM0.63m | 00:38AM0.33m | 1:15PM0.59m | 1:17AM0.27m | 1:55PM0.57m | 1:54AM0.26m | 2:34PM0.57m | 2:30AM0.28m | ||||||
— | 5:56 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
9:42 | — | — | 9:39 | — | — | 9:38 | — | — | 9:37 | — | — | 9:36 | — | — | 9:34 | — | — | 9:31 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 32 | 30 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 17 |
Feels °C | 17 | 19 | 22 | 25 | 24 | 30 | 27 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 5 | NNW 8 | N 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 4 | WSW 5 | NNW 5 | SW 5 | N 5 | NNW 5 | N 7 | N 6 | NNW 5 | — | N 6 |
15 | 33 | 28 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 20 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 8 | — | WSW 4 | NNW 9 | NNW 9 | — | — | — | N 8 | NW 5 | WSW 5 | — | N 8 | — | — | N 9 | NW 8 | — | N 8 |
13 | — | 3 | 8 | 8 | — | — | — | 5 | 6 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 3 | — | 1 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 8 | N 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 3 | WSW 5 | — | — | SSW 3 | — | WSW 4 | W 5 | WSW 4 | — | — | NNW 4 | — | — | NNW 5 | N 4 | NNE 3 | N 3 | NNE 4 |
5 | 17 | — | — | 1 | — | 8 | 21 | 6 | — | — | 20 | — | — | 5 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 4 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 368 | 335 | 325 | 335 | 124 | 242 | 704 | 668 | 595 | 704 | 756 | 312 | 702 | 723 | 377 | 723 | 994 | 495 | 444 |
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Information about the Kijkduin Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Kijkduin provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Kijkduin can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Kijkduin surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Kijkduin) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Kijkduin may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Kijkduin is 5 km (3 miles) from s-Gravenzande. If you plan a holiday in Netherlands, look for hotels and other accommodation in s-Gravenzande. s-Gravenzande has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










