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Condition Forecast for Kanaaldijk-Noord

Estimated trail surface condition and wetness breakdown for Kanaaldijk-Noord in Utrechtse Heuvelrug, Netherlands.

NETHERLANDS / Utrechtse Heuvelrug

Kanaaldijk-Noord

Length: 4.07 km

Surface Score
8 /10
Rideable / Mostly Dry
Kanaaldijk-Noord is generally rideable today, but soft shaded sections may still be damp after 20.8 mm of rain in the last 48 hours.

Why this matters: Loamcast provides an automated mud forecast and MTB trail conditions overview to assess wet trail risk. By analyzing recent weather, soil, and terrain elevation signals, it operates as an off-road cycling route checker and GPX route condition analysis tool, helping riders evaluate gravel route conditions before heading out.

Generally rideable Conditions look usable, with minor damp spots still possible in shaded or lower sections.
Heavy recent rain 13.5 mm fell in the last 24h. Expect standing water and soft edges.
Soft-surface sensitivity This surface class can deteriorate quickly after rain; treat puddles and rutting as a stronger signal than the average score.
Last updated: 2026-08-19 02:20 CEST (Europe/Amsterdam) Weather window: last 72h History: 7 recorded days

Why this road is good today

  • Surface: unpaved road class, typical drainage characteristics.
  • Recent rain: heavy rain (13.5 mm) in the last 24h, saturating the ground.
  • Terrain: forest cover reduces sun exposure, slowing down surface drying.
  • Confidence: High — based on weather and terrain models; no recent user observations are available.

Condition Breakdown

Surface
Used as a drainage and grip modifier in the condition model.
 Grass
Road Solidity
Loose soil or sand, deforms under pressure.
 Soft / Loose Earth
Moisture Sensitivity
Absorbs water quickly and turns soft. Dries slowly, especially under tree canopy.
 High
Rutting & Washout Risk
Saturated soft ground. Significant risk of deep ruts, deforming under load, and local washouts.
 High
Recent rain
20.8 mm in 48h, 20.8 mm in 72h.
 13.5 mm / 24h
Temperature
Affects drying rate via surface evaporation.
 16.5 °C
Humidity
High relative humidity slows down surface moisture evaporation.
 99%
Cloud Cover
Overcast skies block direct sun, reducing drying speed.
 100%
Segment spread
3 mapped segment(s) scored for this object.
 7-9 / 10
Confidence
Weather source: knmi-edr.
 High

Recorded 7-Day Condition History

Date Score Label Rain
2026-08-13 10/10 Dry / Fast 0.0 mm
2026-08-14 10/10 Dry / Fast 0.0 mm
2026-08-15 10/10 Dry / Fast 1.7 mm
2026-08-16 10/10 Dry / Fast 0.0 mm
2026-08-17 10/10 Dry / Fast 4.8 mm
2026-08-18 10/10 Dry / Fast 12.6 mm
2026-08-19 8/10 Good -

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