Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what Fairhaven has in store for us. It’s a bit of a mixed bag early on, but there’s some serious size coming down the line.

We start off with the first real surf opportunity on Saturday, August 29th. The morning is looking clean with a 6 ft swell from the SW and glassy conditions. The water temperature is sitting at 57°F, which is about average for this time of year. The swell energy is strong (1500), but with a 14-second period, this is a long-period groundswell. It’s a bit much for beginners at 6 ft, so it’s better suited for those with some experience. The afternoon shifts onshore, making it messy, so don’t waste your time then.

Sunday, August 30th, sees a bump in size to 8 ft from the SW in the morning, but with a light cross-shore wind, it’s not as clean. The energy is up (1973), but the conditions are marginal. By the afternoon, it’s 8 ft and onshore, so another write-off.

Now, Monday, August 31st, is a standout. The morning brings a 8 ft SW swell with glassy conditions and strong energy (2685). That’s clean, powerful, and a dream for an experienced surfer on a longer board. The period is 14 seconds, so expect some lulls between sets. The afternoon gets a cross-on breeze, so stick to the early session.

Tuesday, September 1st, keeps the quality going with a 7 ft SW swell in the morning, clean with a cross-off wind. The swell has a very long period of 16 seconds, which is prime for a point or reef setup, but at a beach break it might be a bit too straight. Still, it’s a great session for the experienced crew. The afternoon gets windier, so it’s morning only.

Then we hit a major change. From Wednesday, September 2nd, through to the end of the first week, the swell pumps up. Wednesday morning sees 10 ft from the WSW, and by the afternoon it’s 12 ft. The energy is off the charts (6190 to 6880), but this is too big for the break. The wind is cross-shore, so it’s a bit lumpy. This is expert-only territory, and honestly, it looks more like a kite-surfing day than a good paddle session.

Thursday, September 3rd, is even bigger. 15 ft in the morning with a cross-off wind, but it’s just too much. The energy is huge (11059). This is not for the faint of heart. By Friday, September 4th, it drops back to 8 ft to 8 ft, but with strong winds, it’s marginal.

The second week starts with heavy swell again. Saturday, September 5th, has 13 ft and 12 ft from the SW with fresh cross-shore winds. Energy is very high (5897). This is another “too big” scenario for the break. Sunday, September 6th, drops to 8 ft, but the wind is up to 19 mph, so it’s messy.

There’s a gap of poor conditions until Wednesday, September 9th, when the swell jumps back to 13 ft from the WSW. The energy is massive (13086). The morning is clean, but the afternoon is glassy. Still, these are only for the absolute top-tier experts.

The real saving grace for the second week is Friday, September 11th. The morning brings a 7 ft SW swell with a clean cross-off wind and moderate energy (1771). The afternoon is even better, with 5 ft and clean conditions. This is a solid, fun size for experienced surfers, and the best chance of the week.

Saturday, September 13th, is the final standout. Sunday morning has a 7 ft SW swell with a true offshore wind and clean conditions. The energy is solid (1667) and the period is 15 seconds. This is a proper session for the experienced surfer, with clean lines and some power.

Overall, the best on offer is the morning of Monday, August 31st, for its combination of size, glass, and clean conditions. The next best is the morning of Friday, September 11th, for a more manageable but still quality session. Keep in mind that Fairhaven is a rarely breaking spot, so when it does go off, it’s a special thing.

This is Rusty, signing off.

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