Fairhaven Surf Break

Lat Long: 38.47° S 144.10° E

Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 9 am 06 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Fairhaven sea temperature is
13.7° C
0.4° 

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


Fairhaven surf forecast from 6 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 17s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 21ft (6.5m), 17s period, WSW swell with 25,234 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 7 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 15s 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 Friday (Aug 07) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 15s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 1.3m and 7s is also forecast. 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 6.5m 17s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) 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 1.1m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (AEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Fri 7th Aug)5.5ft (1.7m) 15s
Best Surf 1PM (Mon 10th Aug)15ft (4.5m) 17s
Most Powerful 4PM (Thu 13th Aug)21ft (6.5m) 17s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. The only game in town for the next 16 days is Fairhaven. It’s a beginner-friendly spot that rarely breaks, so when it does, it’s a special thing. The water temp is sitting at 57°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The waiting starts now. There’s a solid gap of nothing before we kick off on Thursday, August 6th. Thursday morning brings a 4ft SW swell with a proper 16-second period – that’s groundswell, folks, with a lot of energy (1026). The wind is cross-off from the NW at 9 mph, so it’s clean. It’s a touch inconsistent, but it’s a start.

Friday the 7th is where it gets real. Morning glass with a 7ft SW swell, 15-second period, and zero wind. That’s a clean, glassy setup (1907 energy). The afternoon holds that same glassy vibe with a 6ft SW swell. This is the standout of the whole outlook. For a spot that rarely breaks, this is a gift. The 7ft height is getting a bit much for absolute beginners, but for anyone with a few sessions under their belt, this is the window.

Saturday the 8th keeps the quality rolling with a 6ft SW swell and offshore N wind at 12 mph in the morning. The afternoon sees a 5ft SW swell with a 16 mph offshore. Expect clean, lined-up waves, but the wind is picking up a bit.

Sunday the 9th is still clean with offshore winds, but the swell drops to 5ft and 4ft, and the period shortens to 13-14 seconds. Still fun, but losing steam.

Now, here’s the twist. From Monday the 10th, the swell jumps up – way up. Monday morning sees a 10ft SW swell with a very long 18-second period (7568 energy). The wind is cross from the WSW at 12 mph, creating a bit of a cross-chop. This is big, powerful, and at Fairhaven, it’s too big for most. The afternoon hits 15ft with a WSW direction (15854 energy) – that’s a washing machine. This is expert-only or better suited for the kite crew.

Tuesday the 11th drops slightly to 7ft, but the energy is still massive (1922). Wind is cross-off, so it’s clean, but the size and power are still heavy. Wednesday the 12th is back to 10ft with a 13ft afternoon – more big, raw energy and lumpy conditions. Honestly, from the 10th through the 16th, it’s either too big, too messy, or onshore. A few days in there, like the 14th, offer an 12ft SW swell, but it’s cross-on or choppy. Not the kind of surf you paddle out for unless you’re a charger.

But wait, there’s another window. After the big stuff settles, we get a sweet run starting the 17th of August. The 17th morning is clean with a 6ft SW swell, 14-second period (1052 energy), and light offshore winds. Then Tuesday the 18th morning is a glassy dream: 6ft SW swell, 15-second period, and zero wind (1597 energy). That’s another standout. Wednesday the 19th keeps it clean with offshore winds and a 6ft to 7ft SW swell. The 21st of August morning is also glassy with a 5ft WSW swell, 16-second period (1725 energy). That’s a beautiful way to end the run.

So, bottom line: the best sessions are Friday the 7th, and the glassy windows on the 18th and 21st. The big stuff in between is for the brave or the kite surfers. Fairhaven is a rare breaker, and when it lines up like this, you don’t miss it.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Fri afternoon, min 8°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (calm on Fri afternoon, fresh winds from the NNE by Sat night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 16mm), heaviest on Sun morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Tue morning, min 9°C on Tue night). Mainly strong winds.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
4:10PM1.79m
5:11AM1.78m
4:41PM1.75m
6:00AM1.76m
5:17PM1.71m
6:59AM1.71m
6:00PM1.64m
8:10AM1.66m
6:57PM1.57m
9:31AM1.65m
8:16PM1.50m
10:49AM1.69m
9:54PM1.48m
Low Tide
10:18AM0.60m
10:39PM0.17m
10:57AM0.70m
11:18PM0.13m
11:41AM0.82m
00:04AM0.12m
12:33PM0.94m
1:00AM0.16m
1:41PM1.03m
2:08AM0.21m
3:10PM1.06m
3:27AM0.25m
4:43PM0.98m
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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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