
Surf Forecasts:
Fairhaven surf forecast from 9 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 10 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 17s period, SW swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 10 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 17s period, SW swell with 11,790 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 10 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 17s 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 Thursday (Sep 10) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.5m and 17s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 18s. 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 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 10) at 1AM. 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 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 15ft (4.5m) 17s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 15ft (4.5m) 17s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 15ft (4.5m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s talk about what’s shaping up for Fairhaven over the next couple of weeks. It’s a spot that doesn’t break often, so when it does, you need to be ready.
The first real window opens up on Thursday morning, the 10th of September. There’s a big, long-period SW groundswell, 13 feet with a 16-second period. The energy is pumping (8039), but this is a beginner-friendly break, and that’s just too much water. It’s a shame because the wind is a light cross-onshore, but the size is overwhelming. That afternoon, it’s still too big at 12 feet, and the wind picks up, making it a mess.
Friday the 11th is a letdown. The swell drops to 10 feet, still a groundswell (15 seconds), but the conditions are marginal. The morning is a no-go, and the afternoon has a light cross-onshore. The energy is still there (4623), but it’s not working.
Now, Saturday the 12th of September is where it gets interesting. The swell is still 10 feet from the SW, but the wind switches to a light cross-offshore in the morning. The energy is strong (3497), and the report says it’s excellent for experienced surfers. This is a standout—light wind, solid swell, and clean. For a rarely-breaking spot, this is a golden window. The afternoon drops to 8 feet, but the wind turns cross-shore, so it’s not as good.
Sunday the 13th is the real gem. The swell drops to a more manageable 6 feet in the morning, and we get a gentle offshore wind from the NNW, making it glassy. The energy is still solid (1526), and it’s clean. This is the best on offer for the first week. The afternoon holds with 5 feet and the same offshore breeze, giving you a full day of fun waves.
The middle of the week turns messy. Monday the 14th has a 6-foot swell but the wind is a cross-offshore, so it’s okay but not special. By Tuesday the 15th, a new pulse arrives with 13-foot swell and strong cross-onshore winds, making it a total mess. Wednesday the 16th is not much better with 10-foot swell and onshore winds.
Looking further out, the second week has some promising windows. Thursday the 17th of September has an 8-foot SW groundswell and a light offshore wind in the morning, making it clean and excellent for experienced surfers. Friday the 18th also looks good, with 10-foot from the SW, a light cross-offshore, and clean conditions. Saturday the 19th has a bit of wind (15 mph), but it’s offshore, so it’s rideable.
The real standout in the second week is Monday the 21st of September. The swell is 8 feet, building to 8 feet in the afternoon, with a light cross-offshore wind. The wave energy is good (2322), and the forecast says excellent for experienced surfers. Tuesday the 22nd is similar, with an 8-foot groundswell and a light offshore wind. These are promising, but remember, it’s a long-range call, so keep an eye on it.
After that, the swell gets big again on the 23rd with 13 feet, but it’s too big for this break. The rest of the period fades out with onshore winds and poor conditions.
So, to wrap it up: the clear standouts are Sunday the 13th of September for the best combo of manageable size and glassy offshore wind, and Monday the 21st of September for a solid, clean swell in the second week. Fairhaven is a rare-breaker, so when it’s on, you get out there.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sat afternoon, min 9°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Sun morning, min 11°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
11790 | 7847 | 5678 | 3629 | 3197 | 4421 | 4978 | 3447 | 2584 | 1808 | 1526 | 1216 | 736 | 1074 | 290 | 2059 | 5565 | 4240 | 3667 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross | on | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | off | off | off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 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 | 2:07PM1.81m | 2:50AM1.96m | |||||||
Low Tide | 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 | 8:15AM0.45m | 8:23PM0.13m | |||||||
— | 6:33 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | |
— | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:08 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:13 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 10 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 |
Feels °C | 6 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 13 | 20 | 21 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 18 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
11790 | 7847 | 5678 | 3629 | 3197 | 4421 | 4978 | 3447 | 2584 | 1808 | 1526 | 1216 | 736 | 458 | 290 | 111 | 4800 | 4240 | 3667 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 18 | S 16 | S 15 | S 14 | — | S 17 | S 16 | S 17 | S 17 | — | — | — | S 14 | SW 20 | SW 19 | — | — | — | — |
308 | 192 | 71 | 61 | — | 202 | 20 | 50 | 23 | — | — | — | 4 | 60 | 58 | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 20 | SW 19 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 60 | 58 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | NNW 3 | N 3 | WSW 13 | WSW 7 | SW 11 | SW 13 | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | 2 | 2 | 1074 | 66 | 2059 | 5565 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 26 | 26 | 90 | 9 | 9 | 81 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 608 | 528 | 9 |
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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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