Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, it’s Rusty here. Let’s cut straight to it. We’ve got a wild 16-day stretch ahead for Fairhaven, and if you’re keen, you’ll want to pick your moments. The first few days are looking solid, but there’s a big, angry pulse of swell coming that’s gonna blow the place out for a while. Then it cleans right up again for a proper run at the end. Fairhaven’s a spot that doesn’t break often, so when it lines up, you gotta be on it.

The water temp is sitting at 57°F, which is pretty much spot on for this time of year, so a good 3/2 or a 4/3 with a hood is your friend.

We kick things off proper on Friday the 7th of August. Morning session is clean with a 7ft SW swell and a 15-second period. There’s a heap of energy in the water – we’re talking 1921 on the combined energy scale – and with light cross-offshore wind, it’s gonna be lined up. This is for the experienced crew; it’s got some push to it. Saturday the 8th is also a goer, with the swell holding around 6ft to 6ft, and the wind goes proper offshore from the north. It’s gonna be a bit stronger in the arvo, but still clean. The energy is moderate to strong, around 1720 in the morning. Fairhaven is rarely breaking, so this stretch is a gift.

Sunday the 9th is where it starts to fade. Swell drops to around 4ft to 4ft and the period shortens up. The score is low, and it’s looking marginal – you’d be fighting for a dodgy one. This is the start of a bit of a lull.

Then, hold onto your hat. Monday the 10th, the ocean wakes up with a vengeance. We’ve got a 10ft to 13ft SW swell roaring in, with a long 17-18 second period. The energy numbers are huge – 5268 in the morning, blowing out to 9193 by the arvo. But it’s not clean. Strong cross-onshore winds are gonna make it lumpy and messy. This is well over the 8ft mark, so it’s strictly for experts, and even then, it’s gonna be a battle. Tuesday the 11th is smaller at 6ft to 7ft, but the winds are still up and the conditions are questionable. It’s not a write-off, but it’s not the pick.

Wednesday the 12th, the swell gets big again – 10ft – but the wind swings onshore and it turns to chop. Not good. And then Thursday the 13th is the big one. We’re looking at a massive 15ft SW swell in the morning, with energy readings of 19662 – that’s extreme. The wind is cross, so it’s going to be an unruly, dangerous beast. This is way too big for this break, and it’s going to be a washing machine. Friday the 14th is still hammered with 8ft to 12ft of swell, and the cross-onshore wind is going to keep it ugly. Honestly, from Sunday the 9th through to Saturday the 15th, you’re looking at a solid week of either flat, blown-out, or way-too-big surf. The only ones having fun out there will be the kite surfers, because paddle surfing is a no-go.

The light at the end of the tunnel comes on Sunday the 16th of August. The swell drops to a much more manageable 8ft, and the wind turns cross-offshore from the ENE. It’s clean again, and the energy is still solid at 2003. This is looking like a return to form. Monday the 17th is a standout for the clean conditions. The swell is a nice 6ft to 6ft, and in the morning it’s absolutely glassy – no wind at all. That’s about as good as it gets for Fairhaven. Tuesday the 18th is also good, with clean conditions and a smaller 5ft to 5ft SW swell.

The real winner looks like it’s going to be the tail end of the run. Wednesday the 19th and Thursday the 20th are showing some excellent potential. Thursday the 20th in particular has a 7ft WSW swell with a long 18-second period, and moderate offshore winds. The energy is strong, around 4458, and the comment is the best we’ve seen. It’s a long way out, so treat it as promising, but the signs are all there. Friday the 21st and Saturday the 22nd keep the good vibes going with clean, consistent 7ft to 8ft swell.

So, if you’re planning ahead, the first weekend is a sure thing if you’re experienced. But the real highlight – the one to circle on the calendar – is that Thursday the 20th. It’s got the size, the period, and the wind. Just remember it’s a forecast, and things can change, but right now, it’s looking like the pick of the entire 16 days.

Rusty out.

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