Fairhaven Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.47° S 144.10° E

Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 pm 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Fairhaven sea temperature is
13.7°C
0.7° 

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


Fairhaven surf forecast from 23 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 14s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 30 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 15s period, SW swell with 3,011 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 14s period with SW 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 Monday (Aug 24) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.2m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 15s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Fairhaven in the next 16 days are 2.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Monday (Aug 24) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Mon 24th Aug)7ft (2.2m) 14s
Best Surf 4AM (Mon 24th Aug)7ft (2.2m) 14s
Most Powerful 7PM (Sun 30th Aug)8ft (2.5m) 15s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty, and I’m looking at the next 16 days for Fairhaven. I’ve got just this one spot to work with, and it’s a rare one, so let’s get into it.

Fairhaven is a beginner-friendly break that rarely breaks, so when it does, it’s a treat. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing wild. The first real action kicks off Monday the 24th of August. We’ve got a solid SW groundswell rolling in at 6 ft, with a long 14-second period, and the wind is a clean cross-off from the NNW at 9 mph. The combined energy is strong at 1432, making for excellent, clean surf for experienced surfers. Monday afternoon stays good with a 6 ft SW swell and 13-second period, offshore wind from the N at 6 mph, and still very clean.

Tuesday the 25th morning looks even better: 7 ft SW swell, 13-second period, and a light cross-off breeze from the ENE at 6 mph. The energy is pumping at 1617. That’s a standout window for anyone who can handle it. The afternoon turns a bit messy with a cross-on wind, so not the call.

Wednesday the 26th is a write-off—cross-onshore winds chop things up, and the quality drops. Thursday the 27th brings a nice reset. Morning has a 3 ft WSW swell with offshore wind from the NNW, clean, and the afternoon goes glassy with a 4 ft SW swell and 13-second period. That’s a beautiful little window for a beginner or a longboarder.

Friday the 28th is a proper standout. Morning: 7 ft SW swell, 18-second period—very long-period groundswell—and clean cross-off wind. The energy is 2810. This is powerful, clean, and the long period means it will wrap nicely into Fairhaven. It’s expert territory at that size, but the quality is undeniable. Afternoon holds with a 7 ft WSW swell and 16-second period, still clean.

Saturday the 29th morning is glassy with a 5 ft WSW swell, 14-second period. That’s a dreamy, clean session for the more capable, but it’s a smaller window. The afternoon gets onshore, so don’t bother.

Sunday the 30th has some clean-ish cross-on swell at 5 ft and 8 ft, but the wind is light and from the SE, so there’s a bit of texture. Still, the energy is there—1674 and 2805—so it’s worth a look if you’re keen.

Monday the 31st morning is another cracker: 7 ft SW, 14-second period, clean cross-off from the WNW. Energy is 2983. That’s a big, clean swell for the experienced crew. The afternoon goes onshore and messy.

Tuesday the 1st of September morning is glassy with a 7 ft SW, 15-second period, and energy at 2199. That’s a premium session—clean, powerful, and long-period. The afternoon turns onshore again.

Wednesday the 2nd morning is clean cross-off with 7 ft SW, 14-second period. The afternoon is the highlight of the whole forecast: 7 ft SW, 16-second period, clean cross-off, and the combined energy hits 4108. That’s strong, very strong, and should be absolutely pumping. This is a standout for advanced surfers.

From Thursday the 3rd onward, the quality drops. We get a mix of cross-onshore winds and rain, with swell dropping to the 4 ft–6 ft range. The energy is moderate. Friday the 4th has a clean morning but small at 4 ft. Saturday the 5th sees a building swell again, 7 ft–8 ft SW, with moderate cross-off winds, but the scores are lower. The 6th of September Sunday morning has 10 ft SW with a 15-second period and strong energy at 3934, but the wind is cross-off. The afternoon is a standout: 10 ft SW, 15-second period, offshore wind from the NNW at 16 mph, and energy at 4158. That’s a massive, clean, expert-only day. The 7th and 8th turn into a complete mess with onshore winds and huge, choppy 10 ft swell—more of a kitesurfing setup than a paddle session.

In short, the best windows are Monday the 24th morning, Friday the 28th, Tuesday the 1st of September morning, and Wednesday the 2nd afternoon. The 6th of September afternoon is also a big, clean, powerful day for the brave. Crowds are often a thing here, so expect company at the peak windows.

Stay stoked, Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Tue morning. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon afternoon, min 9°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Fri afternoon, min 8°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
24
Tuesday
25
Wednesday
26
Thursday
27
Friday
28
Saturday
29
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4
4
4
4
3
1
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
2.3
SW
15
1.9
SW
14
1.8
SW
13
1.8
SW
13
2.1
SW
13
2
SW
13
2.2
SW
14
1.9
SW
14
2
SW
13
1.7
SW
13
0.9
WSW
12
1.1
SW
13
1.1
SW
19
2.2
SW
18
2.1
WSW
16
1.8
SW
16
1.5
WSW
14
1.4
SW
14
1.2
SW
13
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
2140
1423
1037
1092
1417
1259
1929
1423
1319
940
247
406
863
2810
2347
1591
961
834
501
Wind (km/h)
10
NNW
15
NNW
10
N
10
NNE
10
ENE
10
SW
10
W
15
SW
20
SSW
5
WNW
5
NNW
5
NNW
10
NW
10
NNW
10
NE
10
NW
0
W
10
SSE
5
SSW
Wind State
cross-off
cross-off
off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-on
cross
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cross-on
cross-off
off
glassy
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
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on
glassy
High Tide
7:42AM1.46m
6:16PM1.39m
9:04AM1.42m
7:14PM1.30m
10:33AM1.46m
8:59PM1.24m
11:35AM1.53m
10:44PM1.28m
12:17PM1.61m
11:55PM1.39m
12:50PM1.68m
00:47AM1.52m
Low Tide
00:36AM0.46m
1:06PM1.07m
1:31AM0.54m
2:37PM1.13m
2:44AM0.59m
4:37PM1.10m
4:07AM0.59m
5:48PM0.98m
5:17AM0.56m
6:29PM0.84m
6:11AM0.51m
7:01PM0.69m
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6:58
6:56
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6:50
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5:53
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5:55
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7
2
Temp °C
13
16
17
13
12
12
12
13
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9
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Feels °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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