Fairhaven Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.47° S 144.10° E

Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 08 Sep 2026 (local time)

Forecast update in  hr  min

Today's Fairhaven sea temperature is
13.8°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 8 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 9 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 18s period, SW swell with cross-onshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 9 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 18s period, SW swell with 13,091 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 9 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 18s 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 Wednesday (Sep 09) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.5m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 4.5m and 18s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 18s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-onshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Fairhaven in the next 16 days are 4.5m 18s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 09) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 13) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4PM (Wed 9th Sep)15ft (4.5m) 18s
Best Surf 4PM (Wed 9th Sep)15ft (4.5m) 18s
Most Powerful 4PM (Wed 9th Sep)15ft (4.5m) 18s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here, talkin’ Fairhaven.

Water temp’s runnin’ a normal 57°F for this time of year, nothin’ crazy.

First real action kicks off Tuesday, September 8th, in the morning, and it’s a gem. Glassy conditions on a 2ft swell from the southwest. The energy’s strong at 2288, and that 18-second period is a gift—proper long-period groundswell that’ll hold up. The wind is dead calm, glassy. This is the standout. Only thing is, this break rarely breaks, so when it’s on, you gotta go. Crowds are possible, so get in early. Swell direction is dead-on the sweet spot from the southwest.

Tuesday afternoon, wind swings onshore from the south at 6 mph, and the swell jumps to 3ft. Still got that 17-second period, but the onshore wind makes it messy. Hard pass.

Wednesday the 9th is a mess. Cross-onshore wind howlin’ at 19 mph and a 4ft swell. Energy’s huge at 9422, but it’s too big and choppy. Afternoon’s even bigger at 5ft—only for the real die-hards, and the wind is still junk.

Thursday the 10th is similar. Morning has a 5ft swell with cross-onshore wind, lumpy and ugly. Afternoon is no better.

Friday the 11th gets a reprieve. Early glassy conditions again with a 3ft swell from the southwest. Period drops to 14 seconds, still solid groundswell, energy at 2606. A bit big for beginners, but for experienced surfers, that clean glassy surface is sweet. Afternoon has crossin’ wind, so go early.

Saturday the 12th is a beauty. Light offshore wind from the north at 3 mph in the morning, 3ft swell, 15-second period—clean lines. Afternoon is glassy with a 3ft swell. Two solid windows in one day.

Sunday the 13th keeps it goin’. Offshore winds from the northwest at 9 mph cleanin’ up a 2ft swell in the morning, droppin’ to 2ft in the afternoon. Energy is lighter now (1680 to 1142), but it’s clean and fun.

Monday the 14th sees the swell drop. Under 2ft with a short 13-second period and moderate cross-offshore wind. Energy’s weak at 538—not worth it.

Tuesday the 15th onward gets messy again. Through the 15th to the 18th, it’s a mix of poor onshore wind and lumpy conditions. Thursday the 17th has cross-offshore winds cleanin’ up a 3ft swell—maybe worth a look, but it’s marginal.

Friday the 18th of September is another highlight. Morning has clean conditions with a 2ft southwest swell and 14-second period. Energy’s solid at 1383, northwest cross-offshore wind at 6 mph keeps it clean. Good session for the experienced.

Saturday the 19th is a big one. Morning has a 3ft swell with clean cross-offshore wind, energy at 1645. The afternoon, though, is a beast. 4ft from the west-southwest with a 12-second period, energy shootin’ up to 5378. Wind is cross-offshore and clean, but that size is for experts only. If you’re brave enough, that’s proper heavy.

Tuesday the 22nd of September looks promising again. Morning has a 3ft southwest swell with a 16-second period, offshore wind from the northwest at 6 mph, energy at 3110. Clean, powerful, lined up.

Wednesday the 23rd of September finishes strong. Morning has a 2ft swell with offshore winds, but the afternoon is a real standout: 3ft from the southwest, 16-second period, northwest wind at 12 mph blowin’ offshore. Energy is massive at 6312, and it’s clean for experienced surfers. That’s the best of the second week, but it’s over a week out, so check back.

Best bets: Tuesday the 8th morning for that rare, glassy golden hour, and Wednesday the 23rd afternoon for the big, clean, expert-level swell. The gaps in between are mostly windy or too big, but pick your moments right and there’s plenty to chase.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 13°C on Tue morning, min 9°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (calm on Tue morning, fresh winds from the SSW by Wed morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sun morning, min 10°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
8
Wednesday
9
Thursday
10
Friday
11
Saturday
12
Sunday
13
Monday
14
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
Rating
(10 max)
4
3
0
0
!
!
!
0
3
4
3
5
4
4
4
4
3
3
1
1
0
Swell
Height Map
Height Map
Height Map
Height Map
Height Map
Height Map
Height Map
Height Map
Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.5
SW
18
2.3
SW
17
3
SW
16
3.5
SW
16
4.5
SW
18
4.5
SW
17
4
SW
16
3.5
SW
16
3
SW
15
2.5
SW
14
3
SW
15
3
SW
16
2.5
SW
15
2.4
SW
15
2.1
SW
16
1.9
SW
15
1.6
SW
15
1.4
SW
14
1.2
SW
13
1.1
SW
13
1.6
SW
8
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1342
3088
4263
6454
13091
12206
8161
5937
3629
2606
3420
4547
3022
2482
2231
1675
1138
821
511
386
372
Wind (km/h)
5
SW
10
S
25
SW
30
SSW
25
SSW
20
SSW
15
SSW
20
SSW
10
W
5
S
10
SSE
5
NNW
5
N
5
WNW
10
NNW
15
NNW
15
NNW
15
N
20
WNW
15
W
20
WSW
Wind State
glassy
on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
on
cross-on
on
cross
glassy
cross-on
glassy
off
glassy
cross-off
off
off
off
cross-off
cross
cross-on
High Tide
6:49PM1.51m
9:07AM1.56m
8:25PM1.44m
10:26AM1.59m
10:13PM1.47m
11:27AM1.65m
11:36PM1.60m
12:15PM1.71m
00:38AM1.74m
12:56PM1.77m
1:28AM1.86m
1:33PM1.80m
2:11AM1.94m
Low Tide
1:23PM0.98m
1:53AM0.37m
2:59PM0.98m
3:21AM0.45m
4:31PM0.86m
4:46AM0.47m
5:37PM0.67m
5:54AM0.45m
6:27PM0.48m
6:48AM0.44m
7:09PM0.32m
7:34AM0.43m
7:47PM0.20m
clear
part cloud
part cloud
part cloud
clear
clear
clear
clear
clear
clear
clear
clear
clear
clear
part cloud
part cloud
part cloud
clear
clear
part cloud
clear
<span class="translation_missing" title="translation missing: en.weather_tables.sunrise">Sunrise</span>
6:35
6:35
6:33
6:31
6:30
6:28
6:26
<span class="translation_missing" title="translation missing: en.weather_tables.sunset">Sunset</span>
6:07
6:07
6:07
6:08
6:09
6:10
6:12
 mm
Temp °C
13
13
11
11
11
11
13
13
10
13
13
11
19
20
14
22
22
20
20
20
12
Feels °C
11
10
7
3
5
6
8
8
7
10
10
9
18
19
12
18
19
16
17
17
8
  • Map Icons:
  • Break
  • Live Wave Height (m)
  • Live Wind Speed (km/h)
  • Surf Rating (10 Max)
  • Ocean Swells (m)
  • Wind Speed (km/h)
Map placeholder
How to use the Wavefinder 
submit an eyeball surf report

Quick surf report for Fairhaven:

join our community of surf reporters

FREE! Surf-Forecast.com widget for your website

The surf report / weather widget below is available to embed on third party websites free of charge and provides a summary of our Fairhaven surf forecast. Simply grab the html code snippet that we provide and paste it into your own site. You can choose your preferred language and metric/imperial units for the surf forecast feed to suit users of your site. Click here to get the code.


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.

Fairhaven is 44 km (27 miles) from the city of Geelong. If you plan a holiday in Torquay, look for hotels and other accommodation in Geelong. Geelong has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

Nearest locationNearest