Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let’s get into it.

Looks like we’ve got a solid run of swell heading our way for Fairhaven, but it’s a bit of a slow burn and you gotta pick your moments. The groundswell is packing some serious energy, especially in the first week, with moderate to strong levels of combined energy (903 to 2682). The water temp is sitting at 56.8°, which is bang on average for this time of year – no shock to the system there.

First up, Friday morning, July 31st. We’ve got a clean 5.6ft SW swell at 12 seconds, with a gentle cross-off breeze from the WNW. The combined energy is moderate (903), and conditions are looking clean. It’s a beginner-friendly size, but keep in mind this spot rarely breaks, so you’ve got to be on it when the tide is right. The afternoon gets a bit suspect with onshore wind, so the morning window is the one.

Saturday morning, August 1st, is where things get interesting. The swell bumps up to 5.9ft from the SW, but the period jumps to a very long 17 seconds – this is proper groundswell energy. The wind is light offshore from the north, and the combined energy is strong (2001). This is a standout for experienced surfers. That long period means the waves will have plenty of power and shape, but at Fairhaven, a beach setup, it might break a little straight. Still, with offshore winds and clean conditions, it’s the best of the first week.

Sunday morning, August 2nd, keeps the momentum with a 7.2ft SW swell at 16 seconds, and a solid offshore breeze from the NNW at 12 mph. The energy is strong (2460). This is pushing into bigger territory – not for beginners, but for the experienced crew, it’s going to be pumping. The wind stays offshore through the afternoon, so you can surf all day.

Monday, August 3rd, sees a bit of light rain and a cross-off wind, with the swell at 5.9ft to 7.2ft. The quality is marginal, but it’s still clean. Not a day to get too excited about.

Tuesday, August 4th, the wind turns cross-shore in the morning with a 7.9ft SW swell at 11 seconds – a shorter period, so more choppy, less organized. The afternoon gets cooked by a strong cross-on wind. This one’s a dud for surf, but honestly, with that wind and swell, it might be more interesting for kite surfing.

Wednesday, August 5th, the swell drops off to 4.3ft to 4.6ft, and the wind is messy. Not worth the paddle.

Thursday morning, August 6th, we get a little reprieve – 4.3ft SW swell at 16 seconds, with a light cross-off breeze. The energy is moderate (820). It’s clean, but small. The afternoon goes glassy, which is a treat, but you’ll be hunting for the bigger sets.

Now, Friday morning, August 7th, is another standout. A 6.6ft SW swell at 16 seconds, with a light offshore wind from the north. The combined energy is strong (2682). This is a proper session for experienced surfers – clean, powerful, and with that long period, the lines will be there.

Saturday, August 8th, the swell drops to 4.9ft, but the wind is offshore from the north at 16 mph. It’s clean, but the energy is moderate (971). Fine for a cruise, but not the best of the run.

Sunday morning, August 9th, we’re back up to 7.2ft WSW swell at 14 seconds, with a strong offshore breeze. The energy is strong (2586). The afternoon gets a bit bigger at 7.9ft, with a fresh 19 mph offshore. It’s clean and powerful, but that wind is going to be howling.

Monday, August 10th, is where things get serious. The morning brings a 11.5ft SW swell with an 18-second period – that’s a massive groundswell, with very strong energy (7438). The wind is offshore, but the swell is too big for Fairhaven. This is expert-only, and even then, it’s going to be a washing machine. The afternoon is even bigger at 13.1ft. Unless you’re on a gun and have nerves of steel, sit this one out.

Tuesday, August 11th, the swell drops to 7.5ft, but the wind is up to 22 mph. It’s messy, and the energy is still strong (2203). Not great.

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