Surf Forecasts:
Fairhaven surf forecast from 14 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 15s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, WSW swell with 7,825 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 15s 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 Tuesday (Jul 14) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.0m and 15s period. 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 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 10PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Monday (Jul 20) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 15s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 13ft (4.0m) 15s |
| Most Powerful | 10PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 15ft (4.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let's talk about Fairhaven. This spot is a bit of a secret, only rarely breaking, but when it does, it’s a real treat. The water is about 58°, which is normal for this time of year, so no big surprises.
The big one is Tuesday morning, July 14. That’s the standout. We’ve got a serious 18-foot WSW groundswell, with a period of 16 seconds, sending a massive amount of energy into the coast. The wind is cross-off from the WNW, which will keep things clean. Now, this is a big one – over 8 feet – so it’s strictly for the experts. The crowd will be there, but it’s a rare event, so expect a few bodies. The water is a bit on the colder side, but it’s about average. Don’t touch this if you’re not a pro.
The swell drops for the rest of the week, but we get a little window early Friday morning, July 17. The swell is 8 feet from the SW at 16 seconds, with a light cross-off wind from the NW. It’s still a big wave, and the energy is very strong. The conditions are clean, but again, it’s for the experienced crew. By Friday afternoon, it goes glassy, which is a treat.
The next real standout comes on Wednesday, July 22. The swell is 7 feet from the WSW, with a period of 11 seconds. The wind is a gentle cross-off from the NW, and the energy is strong. That’s a solid, clean day for the experienced surfer. The crowds will be around, but it’s worth it.
Thursday, July 23, it gets a bit mixed. The morning shows a 8-foot SW swell at 14 seconds, but the wind is a fresh 16 mph cross-off, making it tricky. The afternoon is similar, with an 8-foot swell, but the wind is still strong. It’s marginal, so keep your wits about you.
After that, the last week of the forecast is a bit of a mixed bag. The best bet is Monday, July 27. The morning has an 8-foot SW swell at 12 seconds, with a clean offshore wind from the NNE. The energy is strong, and it’s for the experts. The afternoon gets a bit messy with a cross-shore wind.
The final week drops off into a few smaller days. Tuesday, July 28, is glassy in the morning with a 5-foot swell, but it’s a bit small. Wednesday, July 29, is also glassy, but the swell is only 3 feet, and the energy is weak. The afternoon turns onshore, so that’s a no-go.
Overall, the big deep-water groundswell on Tuesday, July 14, is the true standout. It’s a monster, and if you’re a pro, you’ll be stoked. The later week has a few clean days, but nothing that compares to that first burst. Keep an eye on the wind, because it can get messy.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Tue morning. Very mild (max 13°C on Tue morning, min 8°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Sun afternoon, min 9°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | ||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | WSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SSW 11 | SW 17 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 14099 | 7801 | 4749 | 5711 | 2760 | 3216 | 3695 | 3538 | 2708 | 3396 | 3854 | 2203 | 1330 | 1011 | 538 | 249 | 187 | 241 | 496 | 443 | 476 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | on | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off |
High Tide | 11:05AM1.82m | 9:59PM1.52m | 12:07PM1.89m | 11:20PM1.57m | 1:01PM1.96m | 00:33AM1.64m | 1:47PM2.00m | 1:37AM1.72m | 2:29PM2.02m | 2:36AM1.76m | 3:08PM2.00m | 3:30AM1.78m | 3:44PM1.96m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:58PM1.00m | 4:54AM0.08m | 6:07PM0.88m | 6:01AM0.06m | 7:05PM0.73m | 7:01AM0.08m | 7:56PM0.56m | 7:55AM0.13m | 8:43PM0.41m | 8:44AM0.22m | 9:26PM0.30m | 9:30AM0.35m | 10:07PM0.24m | ||||||||
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 | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — |
 | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:21 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:23 | — |
mm | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 13 | 13 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 12 |
Feels °C | 7 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 9 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | — | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SSW 11 | WSW 12 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 14 |
| kJ | 7773 | — | 4749 | 3232 | 2760 | 3216 | 3695 | 3538 | 2708 | 3396 | 3854 | 2203 | 1330 | 1011 | 538 | 249 | 176 | 160 | 496 | 443 | 476 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | S 15 | S 16 | S 15 | S 14 | SW 20 | S 17 | S 16 | S 15 | — | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | WSW 12 | SW 17 | WSW 12 | S 10 | E 11 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | 18 | 21 | 41 | 4 | 469 | 49 | 20 | 17 | — | 167 | 204 | 187 | 241 | 48 | 17 | 2 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 16 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | — | S 15 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 26 | 61 | 131 | 91 | 33 | — | 4 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 16 | SW 15 | — | WSW 14 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNE 3 | — | NNW 3 | N 3 | NNE 3 | NNE 4 |
| kJ | 14099 | 7801 | — | 5711 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 13 | 536 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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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).
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