Fairhaven Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.47° S 144.10° E

Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 3 am 18 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Fairhaven sea temperature is
14.3° 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 17 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 23 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 24 Jul, 4PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 14s period, SW swell with 8,330 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 18 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 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 Saturday (Jul 18) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore 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 Friday (Jul 24) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10AM (Sat 18th Jul)6ft (1.9m) 14s
Best Surf 4AM (Thu 23rd Jul)11ft (3.5m) 14s
Most Powerful 4PM (Fri 24th Jul)15ft (4.5m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, listen up. We’re talking Fairhaven. This is a beginner-friendly spot, but it’s a rare one – doesn’t break often. The water is sitting at 58°, which is pretty normal for the season.

First real action is Saturday morning, July 18th. We’ve got a solid 6ft SW swell with a 14-second period – that’s real groundswell. The combined energy is pumping hard at 1280, and the wind is a light cross-off at 6 mph. The waves are gonna be clean and well-shaped. This is the standout of the early window – the best on offer. But remember, this break rarely breaks, so you’ve got to be on it. Crowds are likely, so get in early.

Saturday afternoon fades. The swell drops to 6ft, and the wind shifts to a light cross-on, making things a little bumpy. Energy is still decent at 1011, but the quality is off.

Sunday the 19th sees a smaller 3ft WSW swell with a 13-second period. The wind is a light cross-off, so it’s clean, but the energy is way down at 572. It’s okay for a beginner, but nothing special.

Monday the 20th brings a 4ft WSW swell, but the period jumps to 16 seconds – that’s very long period groundswell. At a beach break, that can make the waves break too straight and be tricky. The energy is moderate at 721, and the wind is a steady cross-off. It’s clean, but not the best shape.

Tuesday the 21st is a solid day. The swell is back up to 6ft from the SW, with a 14-second period and strong energy (1128). The wind is a clean cross-off at 9 mph. This is another standout in the first week. The waves will have power and line up nicely.

Wednesday the 22nd gets messy. The swell jumps to 8ft, but the period drops to 10 seconds – short period, weak energy. The wind is cross-shore with light rain, and the waves are choppy. Not great.

Thursday the 23rd and Friday the 24th are for experts only. The swell is well over 8ft, hitting 12ft and then 15ft, with massive energy readings (9677 to 13632). The wind is clean, but the size is too big for this break. It’s a kite-surfing show, not a paddle session.

Saturday the 25th settles down to a 10ft SW swell with a 13-second period and 2837 energy. The wind is a clean cross-off. This is for experienced surfers only – the size is still big, but the conditions are excellent.

Sunday the 26th drops back to 6ft, but the wind picks up to 16 mph, making it bumpy. Not worth it.

The second week gets patchy. Monday the 27th has a 10ft SW swell, but the wind is cross-on and choppy. Tuesday the 28th is the same story – too big and messy. Wednesday the 29th through Friday the 31st is a mix of onshore winds and dropping swell, nothing clean.

Saturday, August 1st, has a 8ft SW swell with a 16-second period, but the wind is light cross-on. It’s promising but not perfect.

Then, Sunday, August 2nd, is the long-range standout. The swell is 8ft from the SW, period is a massive 17 seconds, and the energy is 4199. The wind is light offshore – glassy. This is the best of the second week. The waves will be powerful, clean, and lined up. For experienced surfers, this is a proper session to mark on the calendar.

So, the best on offer is Saturday morning, July 18th, for the early action, and Sunday, August 2nd, for the long-range promise. But Fairhaven is a rare break – when it’s good, it’s gold, but you’ve got to be patient and lucky.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Sun afternoon, min 9°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Very mild (max 15°C on Tue afternoon, min 7°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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1.9
SW
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1.7
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13
1.3
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13
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13
0.8
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0.6
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18
1.2
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4.5
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1273
1011
520
335
184
246
683
424
476
1121
996
341
522
1081
1872
5353
4509
8190
7241
8330
4458
Wind (km/h)
10
WNW
5
ESE
10
NW
10
NNW
5
NNW
15
NW
15
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15
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15
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15
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15
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20
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High Tide
2:29PM2.02m
2:36AM1.76m
3:08PM2.00m
3:30AM1.78m
3:44PM1.96m
4:20AM1.76m
4:19PM1.88m
5:07AM1.72m
4:51PM1.79m
5:54AM1.66m
5:22PM1.68m
6:43AM1.59m
5:54PM1.58m
Low Tide
8:43PM0.41m
8:44AM0.22m
9:26PM0.30m
9:30AM0.35m
10:07PM0.24m
10:13AM0.48m
10:47PM0.22m
10:55AM0.63m
11:25PM0.25m
11:35AM0.76m
00:02AM0.30m
12:17PM0.89m
00:42AM0.37m
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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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