Fairhaven Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.47° S 144.10° E

Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 pm 12 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Fairhaven sea temperature is
13.7° C
0.6° 

Fairhaven surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Fairhaven surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 12 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 16s period, WSW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 16ft (5.0m), 16s period, SW swell with 11,669 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 12 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 16s period with WSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Fairhaven this week:

The surf forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.5m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 3.5m and 16s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 17s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Fairhaven in the next 16 days are 5.0m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 1AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Wed 12th Aug)15ft (4.5m) 16s
Best Surf10PM (Wed 12th Aug)15ft (4.5m) 16s
Most Powerful 7AM (Thu 13th Aug)16ft (5.0m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, I’m Rusty, and here’s the Fairhaven outlook for the next couple of weeks. We’ve got a ton of swell coming, but it’s gonna be a waiting game before it cleans up. The wave energy is huge, with the combined swell energy hitting 14044 (moderate to strong) on the 12th, but it’s way too big for this break.

Fairhaven is a beginner-friendly spot, but it rarely breaks, so you’ve gotta be patient. The water temperature is about 57°, which is roughly 1° above normal—pretty average, nothing crazy.

The first few days are a bust. From Wednesday afternoon the 12th through Monday morning the 17th, the swell is over 8ft, with heights of 10ft to 15ft and a short period of 15-17 seconds. That’s expert-only, and with the wind being cross-off or cross-on, it’s not clean. The combined energy is massive—14044 down to 1463—but the waves are too big and messy. The wind is mostly a gentle breeze, but that doesn’t help. For beginners, this is a no-go. For experts, it’s maybe doable, but the quality is poor.

The standout window starts on Tuesday the 18th. The swell drops to 5ft from the SW, with a period of 14 seconds, and the wind is offshore from the NNE at 9 mph. That’s clean, glassy conditions, and the combined energy is 1332—still moderate. The wave state is “gentle offshore and clean,” and the forecast is for very good surf. This is your best bet: Tuesday morning, the 18th. It’s a bit big for beginners, but it’s manageable for intermediates, and with offshore wind, it’ll be smooth. Crowds are possible at Fairhaven, so get in early.

After that, Wednesday the 19th through Saturday the 22nd sees a mix of small swell, from 2ft to 5ft, with periods of 13-18 seconds. The wind stays offshore or cross-off from the NNE or NW, mostly gentle to moderate breezes. The energy drops to 274-1883, so it’s weak to moderate. On Wednesday morning the 19th, the swell is 3ft with offshore wind, and it’s good surf but small. Then on Saturday afternoon the 22nd, the swell picks up to 5ft from the SW, period 16 seconds, with cross-off wind and clean conditions. The combined energy is 1883, and it’s rated excellent for experienced surfers. That’s another solid window.

Sunday the 23rd and Monday the 24th bring another big pulse—12ft to 16ft from the WSW or SW, with short periods of 14-15 seconds. The wind is cross-on or cross, and the energy is massive (9474 to 16356). This is too big for this break again, and the surf conditions are poor. It’s kitesurfing territory, not paddle surfing.

Tuesday the 25th through Thursday the 27th sees the swell drop again, but it’s still 7ft to 16ft, mostly too big. By Thursday afternoon the 27th, the swell is 6ft from the SW, period 13 seconds, with light cross-off wind and a combined energy of 1601. It’s rated excellent for experienced surfers, so if you’re patient, that’s a late option.

Overall, the best on offer is Tuesday morning, the 18th of August, with 5ft SW swell, offshore wind, and clean conditions. Saturday afternoon the 22nd is a solid backup. Remember, Fairhaven rarely breaks, so even when it looks good, it might not fire. Stay stoked, and I’ll see you in the water.

Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Wed afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu morning, min 10°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue morning, min 10°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

Wed
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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17
4.5
SW
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4.5
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16
3.5
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3.5
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
9724
11013
9070
6208
6544
5427
4730
4469
3563
3059
2318
1779
1618
1251
1441
1829
1669
915
1074
605
Wind (km/h)
20
WNW
15
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15
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15
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15
WNW
10
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15
SW
10
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10
SSW
10
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High Tide
9:54PM1.48m
11:52AM1.77m
11:24PM1.55m
12:42PM1.84m
00:37AM1.67m
1:25PM1.90m
1:36AM1.77m
2:04PM1.93m
2:28AM1.85m
2:39PM1.93m
3:14AM1.88m
3:13PM1.90m
3:56AM1.86m
Low Tide
4:43PM0.98m
4:47AM0.25m
5:55PM0.82m
5:56AM0.25m
6:50PM0.62m
6:55AM0.25m
7:37PM0.44m
7:46AM0.28m
8:19PM0.28m
8:31AM0.34m
8:58PM0.18m
9:12AM0.42m
9:34PM0.14m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Fairhaven Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Fairhaven provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Fairhaven can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Fairhaven 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 (Fairhaven) 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 Fairhaven 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.

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