Fairhaven Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.47° S 144.10° E

Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 11 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Fairhaven sea temperature is
14.2° C
0.6° 

Fairhaven surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Fairhaven surf forecast from 11 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 12 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 12s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 15s period, WSW swell with 17,427 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 12 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 13ft (4.0m), 12s period with WSW 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 Sunday (Jul 12) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 4.0m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 3.5m 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 6.0m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 5s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 11) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Sun 12th Jul)13ft (4.0m) 12s
Best Surf 7AM (Sun 12th Jul)13ft (4.0m) 12s
Most Powerful 1AM (Tue 14th Jul)20ft (6.0m) 15s

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


Alright, Rusty here, let’s have a look at what’s shaping up.

First off, we’ve got a tricky run ahead. The surf window starts on Saturday morning, July 11, but don’t get too excited. The early part of the weekend teases you with potential, then we get slammed by some real heavy hitters that are way too big for the spot before things settle into a nice groove. The combined swell energy is moderate to strong, sitting at 653 early on, but by Sunday morning it’s jumping to an intense 2970, and by Monday it hits a massive 23964. There’s a big gap of a few days in the middle where the swell is just too wild for paddling, then the second week brings cleaner, more manageable conditions.

Let’s start with Fairhaven. Saturday morning, the 11th, gives us a 4 ft SW swell at 14 seconds – solid groundswell with a long period. Wind is offshore from the north at 12 mph, which makes for clean, lined-up waves. This is the pick of the early action. The water temp is 58°F, which is about 1°F warmer than average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there. The combined energy is 653. It’s a beginner break, but it *rarely breaks*, so when it does, you want to be on it. Crowds are *often* here, so expect company.

Saturday afternoon the swell drops a touch to 4 ft, but the wind picks up to 19 mph offshore. Still clean, but the tide might make things a bit ordinary.

Sunday, July 12, things go big quick. The morning brings a 10 ft WSW swell with combined energy of 2970. That’s already big, but by the afternoon it's 12 ft with 3890. This is pushing way past beginner territory – this is expert-only, and even then, it’s probably too big for Fairhaven. The wind is cross-off, so it’s not junky, but the size is the problem.

Monday, July 13, is pure madness. Morning sees 20 ft WSW swell at 15 seconds – combined energy of 23964. That’s not surf for anyone but the absolute insane, and even then, Fairhaven just can’t handle it. The afternoon is still massive at 15 ft with 8823 energy. A no-go.

Tuesday, July 14, stays huge. 15 ft SW all day, with energy in the 14-17,000 range. The wind goes cross-shore from the WSW and WSW, so it’ll be bumpy and messy on top of the size. Not a paddle day.

Wednesday, July 15, is where it starts to get better. The swell drops to 10 ft on the morning, combined energy 3031, with light NW cross-off wind at 6 mph. This is clean and powerful – excellent for experienced surfers. By the afternoon it's 8 ft SW with 2195 energy – still solid, still clean. This is a standout window for the crew with some balls.

Thursday, July 16, is the real gem. Morning has 7 ft SW swell at 14 seconds with light cross-off wind – energy 1797. Then Thursday afternoon? Glassy. Flat calm, sea breeze from the SE at 3 mph, 7 ft SW at 14 seconds – energy 1814. This is the best of the whole run. Clean, long period groundswell, manageable size, and zero wind. Pristine.

Friday, July 17, stays excellent. 10 ft SW at 16 seconds – very long period groundswell – combined energy 4337. Light cross-off wind in the morning, then a light offshore from the NE in the afternoon. This swell direction (SW) matches the optimum for Fairhaven, so the waves will have shape and power. Keep in mind that a 16 second period is prone to breaking straight at a beach break, but Fairhaven can handle it with the right bank.

Saturday, July 18, is a good solid option. 5 ft SW and 5 ft SW through the day, light offshore and cross-off winds, energy in the 674-964 range. Clean, fun, not too big for the beginners and rarely break angle.

Sunday, July 19, brings a curious one – 4 ft SW but with a 19 second period! That’s an incredibly long period – combined energy is 1173. Wind is offshore at 16 mph, so it’s clean, but that kind of period will make the sets very far apart and the wave face very straight. A reef or point would love it, but a beach break might have you waiting. Still, it’s interesting.

Monday, July 20, and Tuesday, July 21, are a mixed bag. Light winds and small swell on Monday (5-5 ft), but some rain and cross-onshore. Tuesday afternoon is a standout – glassy conditions with 7 ft WSW at 12 seconds, energy 2269. That’s clean and punchy.

Wednesday, July 22, has 6 ft SW in the morning with light offshore wind – clean but not huge. Afternoon offers 8 ft WSW at 11 seconds – again good shape and clean.

Now, Thursday, July 23, we get another big pulse. 13 ft SW at 16 seconds – combined energy 7080. That’s too big for Fairhaven, and with offshore wind, it’ll be a wall of whitewater. Stay on the beach.

Friday, July 24, is still big – 10 ft SW at 16 seconds, energy 4808 – but the wind is fresh offshore, so if you’re an expert with big-wave gear, maybe a look. But the data says it’s marginal.

The rest of the week, from July 25 to July 27, sees the swell drop back to 5-7 ft SW, but the winds are stronger – 19 mph cross-off on Saturday, 22 mph on Sunday. That’s a wind-swept, choppy mess. Combined energies are falling below 2000. Not worth the paddle.

Summary: The two true standouts are Thursday afternoon, July 16 – glassy 7 ft SW at 14 seconds, energy 1814 – and Wednesday, July 15 – clean 8-10 ft SW at 14 seconds with light wind. Get on those.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 26mm), heaviest during Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 14°C on Sat morning, min 7°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NW on Sat night, light winds from the WNW by Mon night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Thu morning, min 9°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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10540
16059
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High Tide
6:31PM1.61m
8:38AM1.71m
7:27PM1.56m
9:54AM1.75m
8:37PM1.52m
11:05AM1.82m
9:59PM1.52m
12:07PM1.89m
11:20PM1.57m
1:01PM1.96m
00:33AM1.64m
1:47PM2.00m
1:37AM1.72m
Low Tide
1:05PM0.93m
1:28AM0.17m
2:16PM1.02m
2:32AM0.13m
3:38PM1.05m
3:43AM0.11m
4:58PM1.00m
4:54AM0.08m
6:07PM0.88m
6:01AM0.06m
7:05PM0.73m
7:01AM0.08m
7:56PM0.56m
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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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