Fairhaven Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.47° S 144.10° E

Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 13 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: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 16s period, WSW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 16s period, WSW swell with 9,070 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (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 Thursday (Aug 13) at 10AM. 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 0.2m and 16s 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 4.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore 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+)10AM (Thu 13th Aug)15ft (4.5m) 16s
Best Surf10AM (Thu 13th Aug)15ft (4.5m) 16s
Most Powerful10AM (Thu 13th Aug)15ft (4.5m) 16s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for the next couple of weeks.

This is a classic case of "too much of a good thing" to start with, then a gradual easing into something more manageable. The first few days are packing some serious grunt, but it's all a bit too heavy for most of us. The standout period looks to be the second weekend onwards, with cleaner conditions and more manageable sizes.

Alright, let's start with Fairhaven. The water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, nothing weird going on there.

The first real action kicks off on Thursday the 13th, but it's a no-go for the average surfer. We're looking at a solid 15ft swell from the WSW with a long 16-second period, and the combined energy is a massive 16339. That's a lot of power, and it's too big for this break. The wind is cross-off, so it's clean, but only for the hardcore. The afternoon drops to 12ft SW, but still way too big.

Friday the 14th is much the same story – 12ft SW swell, plenty of energy, but just too much for most. The wind is cross to cross-on, so not as clean either.

Now, Saturday the 15th is where it starts to get interesting. The morning is still a bit too big at 10ft, but the afternoon is the real standout. The swell drops to 10ft SW, but the wind goes glassy. That's a massive positive. The combined energy is still a powerful 3224, so this is for experienced surfers only. If you've got the skills, this is your window for some clean, punchy waves.

Sunday the 16th and Monday the 17th are a step down in size, around 7ft, but the conditions are a bit average with cross and cross-on breezes.

Now, here's where it gets good. Tuesday the 18th morning sees a clean 5ft SW swell, with a crisp offshore wind from the NNE. The combined energy is 1349, and the set-up is clean. This is a good option for intermediate surfers looking for some fun, clean waves. Tuesday afternoon drops to 4ft, still clean but smaller.

The next few days from Wednesday the 19th through to Friday the 21st see smaller swells, between 2ft and 5ft, but with clean offshore winds. The combined energy is moderate, from 231 to 1118. These are good days for beginners or anyone wanting a longboard session, especially on the 20th and 21st with those moderate offshore winds.

The weekend of the 22nd and 23rd sees a slight bump in size to around 6ft, but the winds pick up, and the conditions are a bit lumpy. The combined energy is moderate to strong, but it's not the cleanest.

The following week, from the 24th, we see a return of bigger swell. Monday the 24th has a 10ft swell from the WSW, but the wind is cross-off, so it's clean. Then Tuesday the 25th is back to 13ft, too big again. The rest of the week looks choppy and onshore, not great.

The very last day, Friday the 28th, is worth a mention. A clean 4ft SW swell, with glassy conditions and a long 15-second period. The combined energy is 936. A nice, clean, long-period groundswell for a mellow session.

So, to wrap it up: the best bets are Saturday the 15th afternoon for the experienced crew, and Tuesday the 18th morning for the intermediates. The end of the run on the 28th looks like a nice, clean finisher.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu morning, min 10°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue afternoon, min 10°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light.

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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Tuesday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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6208
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1641
1507
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1664
1978
1563
902
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Wind (km/h)
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15
WNW
10
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SW
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High Tide
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
3:44PM1.84m
Low Tide
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
9:50AM0.52m
10:09PM0.15m
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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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