Surf Forecasts:
Fairhaven surf forecast from 26 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 13s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 15s period, SW swell with 3,121 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 27 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 13s 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 (Aug 27) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 16s. 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 2.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Thu 27th Aug) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Fri 28th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 15s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into the outlook for Fairhaven.
This is a bit of a slow-burn forecast. We’ve got a solid run of swell, but the timing and conditions are going to be everything. The first few days are pretty average with a lot of onshore wind, so don’t get your hopes up too early. The real magic starts to show from Sunday the 30th, and there are a couple of absolute standouts if you’re willing to wait.
The water temp is sitting at 57°, which is about normal for this time of year.
Wednesday, August 26th kicks things off with a messy 7ft SW swell and a 9 mph cross-on wind. The wave energy is strong at 1528, but it’s choppy and not worth paddling out for.
Thursday, August 27th morning has a cleaner look with a 3ft WSW swell, a 3 mph cross-off wind, and a decent 12-second period. It’s small, but the clean conditions (energy 547) are a nice change. The afternoon turns onshore again.
Friday, August 28th morning has a 5ft WSW swell with a very long 18-second period and a light crosswind. The energy is very strong at 2459, but that long period means the swell might be a bit straight for a beach break, so keep that in mind.
Saturday, August 29th morning is clean with a 6ft SW swell and light crosswind, but it’s nothing special.
Sunday, August 30th – This is where it gets real. The morning is the first standout. We’ve got a 7ft SW swell with glassy conditions and a 3 mph wind. The energy is strong at 1629, and the water will be clean and smooth. It’s a bit big for beginners, but for anyone with a bit of experience, this is the best session of the first week.
Monday, August 31st morning is another cracker. An 8ft SW swell with a 15-second period and a light offshore wind. The energy is very strong at 3134. This is proper, powerful groundswell with clean walls. The afternoon also stays clean with a cross-off breeze.
Tuesday, September 1st has a 7ft SW swell but the wind picks up to 19 mph, making it a bit of a battle.
Wednesday, September 2nd is a gem. The morning is glassy with a 8ft SW swell and strong energy at 2148. The afternoon turns offshore with a 9 mph wind, keeping it clean. Two solid sessions.
Thursday, September 3rd drops off in quality, with a 5ft SW swell and cross-shore chop.
Friday, September 4th morning has a solid 10ft SW swell with a clean cross-off wind, but it’s big. This is getting into expert territory.
Saturday, September 5th – The morning has a 10ft SW swell, but the afternoon is a monster. We’re looking at a 15ft WSW swell with a 16-second period and a fresh cross-shore wind. The energy is enormous at 15564. This is for the big-wave chargers only, and honestly, the wind isn’t ideal for a perfect paddle session. The setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
Sunday, September 6th through Monday, September 7th remains huge, with 16ft swells and cross-on or cross winds. Way too big and messy for a normal paddle.
Tuesday, September 8th morning is a nice reset. Glassy conditions and a 8ft SW swell with strong energy at 3390. A great, clean option for experienced surfers.
Wednesday, September 9th afternoon is the final standout. A 10ft WSW swell with a 15-second period, clean offshore wind, and the highest rating in the whole run. The energy is very strong at 5828. This is a powerful, clean wave for strong surfers.
Thursday, September 10th sees a 10ft WSW swell but the wind turns cross-on and the energy drops, and the afternoon gets too big again with a 15ft swell.
So, the best on offer is Sunday the 30th morning for the glassy 7ft SW swell, and Wednesday the 9th afternoon for the powerful 10ft WSW swell with clean offshore wind. The Monday the 31st morning is also a beauty. The middle of the second week is a washout with massive, messy swell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu morning, min 8°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Mon afternoon, min 9°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1528 | 1417 | 940 | 243 | 215 | 846 | 1399 | 2829 | 2119 | 1407 | 1344 | 1137 | 1475 | 1791 | 2238 | 2717 | 2326 | 2829 | 1847 | 1326 | 3009 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-off | cross | on | cross-off | cross | on | cross-off | glassy | on | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy |
High Tide | 10:33AM1.46m | 8:59PM1.24m | 11:35AM1.53m | 10:44PM1.28m | 12:17PM1.61m | 11:55PM1.39m | 12:50PM1.68m | 00:47AM1.52m | 1:19PM1.74m | 1:30AM1.66m | 1:47PM1.78m | 2:10AM1.78m | 2:14PM1.80m | 2:48AM1.88m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:37PM1.10m | 4:07AM0.59m | 5:48PM0.98m | 5:17AM0.56m | 6:29PM0.84m | 6:11AM0.51m | 7:01PM0.69m | 6:56AM0.47m | 7:30PM0.53m | 7:36AM0.44m | 7:59PM0.38m | 8:13AM0.44m | 8:29PM0.25m | ||||||||
6:54 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | |
— | 5:54 | — | — | 5:55 | — | — | 5:57 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:59 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 |
Temp °C | 13 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 9 | 13 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 19 | 13 | 20 | 20 | 12 |
Feels °C | 8 | 8 | 8 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 14 | 17 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 9 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 12 | SSW 11 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 14 | SW 23 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
1528 | 1137 | 940 | 243 | 128 | 846 | 1060 | 2829 | 2119 | 1407 | 21 | 1137 | 1475 | 1791 | 2238 | 2717 | 2326 | 2829 | 1847 | 1326 | 2232 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 16 | SSW 11 | SW 13 | WSW 19 | WSW 18 | — | — | — | — | SW 22 | SW 20 | SW 20 | S 16 | SW 20 | SW 19 | — | — | S 16 | SW 18 |
— | — | 42 | 170 | 215 | 643 | 1399 | — | — | — | — | 73 | 136 | 61 | 21 | 377 | 589 | — | — | 19 | 203 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 24 | SW 15 | WSW 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 16 | S 15 | SW 20 | — | S 15 | S 14 | — | — | — | — |
— | — | 22 | 134 | 54 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 9 | 18 | 101 | — | 40 | 34 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 13 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 14 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NNW 3 | NNW 3 | SW 14 |
— | 1417 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1344 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 7 | 3009 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 13 | 90 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 543 | 13 | 0 |
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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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