
Surf Forecasts:
Fairhaven surf forecast from 1 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 4 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s period, SW swell with 3,417 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 16s 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 Sunday (Aug 02) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.5m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Fairhaven in the next 16 days are 2.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 02) at 4AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Tue 4th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, pull up a stool. Rusty here, and I’ve been digging through the charts for Fairhaven. This spot is a funny one – it rarely breaks, but when it does, it can be a real treat. The forecast is a proper mixed bag.
The water is 57°F, which is about half a degree warmer than normal for this time of year – nothing out of the ordinary.
The first real good window is Saturday afternoon, August 1st. We’re looking at a 6ft SW groundswell with a super long 17-second period. The energy is strong at 2637, and with a light offshore north wind at 3 mph, it’ll be glassy clean. This is for experienced surfers only, as the swell is chest to head high and powerful. The long period means it’ll have some punch, and expect longer lulls between sets. Crowds are often a problem, so get in position early.
Sunday, August 2nd, keeps the quality going. Both morning and afternoon have a 7ft and 7ft SW groundswell with a 16-second period, pushed by a solid offshore north wind at 12 mph. The energy is still strong, around 2461 and 1918. It’s clean, powerful, and still for the experienced crowd.
The middle of the week, from Monday to Thursday, turns into a bit of a mess. The wind swings around, bringing cross-shore and cross-onshore junk, and the swell quality drops. There’s still some size, but the conditions are compromised.
Then, Friday, August 7th, offers a redemption session. Friday morning goes completely glassy – zero wind – with a solid 6ft SW groundswell and a 16-second period. The energy is strong at 2296, and it’ll be clean and fun for the experienced. The afternoon gets a little wind ripple, but it’s still worth a paddle.
The weekend of August 8th sees clean offshore winds, but the swell drops. Saturday morning has 6ft and 5ft SW swell, but by Sunday, the size drops to 4ft and the period is short, so not much on offer.
Now, the big news. Monday, August 10th, looks huge. The morning has a 5ft SW swell with a very long 18-second period and clean conditions – that’s a good one. But the afternoon is a beast: an 12ft WSW groundswell with a 17-second period, and the energy is off the hook at 10711. The problem is, it’s far too big for Fairhaven – this is for the absolute elite, if it’s even safe. The same goes for the 13th and 14th, with 13ft to 15ft swells and energy readings over 13000. It’s a skip for most of us. The wind is clean, but the size is just dangerous.
The 12th of August afternoon is a bit more manageable, with an 8ft SW swell at 13 seconds and a gentle offshore, giving strong energy of 4097. That’s a solid expert session.
The second week has a few more massive days, especially the 15th and 16th, with 15ft swells and high energy. The wind is clean, but the size is the main story. It’s a wild run for Fairhaven, with a few real gems and some serious, monstrous swell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 15°C on Sun morning, min 8°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Wed afternoon, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | ||||||||||||||
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 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
3417 | 2414 | 1871 | 1669 | 1255 | 2212 | 2717 | 1902 | 1389 | 1107 | 877 | 890 | 591 | 357 | 532 | 710 | 1852 | 2021 | 1780 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | on | on | on | on | off |
High Tide | 1:45AM1.51m | 2:24PM1.84m | 2:27AM1.59m | 2:51PM1.85m | 3:07AM1.66m | 3:16PM1.84m | 3:46AM1.73m | 3:42PM1.82m | 4:27AM1.77m | 4:10PM1.79m | 5:11AM1.78m | 4:41PM1.75m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:51AM0.38m | 8:39PM0.55m | 8:29AM0.40m | 9:07PM0.44m | 9:05AM0.45m | 9:35PM0.33m | 9:41AM0.51m | 10:05PM0.24m | 10:18AM0.60m | 10:39PM0.17m | 10:57AM0.70m | 11:18PM0.13m | |||||||
— | 7:24 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:22 | — | — | 7:20 | — | — | 7:18 | — | — | |
— | — | 5:35 | — | — | 5:36 | — | — | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 10 | 15 | 15 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 10 |
Feels °C | 7 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 8 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 16 |
3417 | 2414 | 1871 | 1669 | 1255 | 1604 | 1242 | 206 | 313 | 821 | 877 | 890 | 591 | 236 | 532 | 551 | 1852 | 2021 | 1780 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 16 | S 16 | S 16 | WSW 20 | WSW 16 | S 14 | SW 18 | — | S 16 | SW 15 | SW 19 | SW 19 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 20 | SW 18 | WSW 20 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 |
27 | 46 | 47 | 149 | 339 | 4 | 300 | — | 5 | 137 | 365 | 287 | 297 | 357 | 186 | 710 | 259 | 7 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 15 | S 14 | — | — | — | — | SW 21 | SW 19 | S 8 | S 5 | S 8 | S 8 | SSE 8 | WSW 8 | ESE 8 | S 17 |
— | — | — | 19 | 16 | — | — | — | — | 208 | 446 | 54 | 8 | 21 | 21 | 6 | 50 | 7 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NNE 4 | NNE 4 | NNW 4 | WNW 3 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | S 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | 10 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 2212 | 2717 | 1902 | 1389 | 1107 | 48 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 52 | 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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