
Surf Forecasts:
Fairhaven surf forecast from 25 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 29 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, SW swell with cross-onshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 29 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 15ft (4.5m), 16s period, SW swell with 9,798 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 26 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 11s 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 (Jul 26) at 10AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.3m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 2.0m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 0.2m and 16s 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 4.5m 16s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (AEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10AM (Sun 26th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 7PM (Wed 29th Jul) | 11ft (3.5m) 14s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Wed 29th Jul) | 15ft (4.5m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Fairhaven over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next sixteen days.
We’re kicking off with a bit of a wait. The first real session to get excited about isn’t until Sunday, July 26th. The early stuff on Saturday looks like a write-off, so don’t bother rushing down.
The real standout window is Sunday morning, July 26th. Fairhaven is the only spot on the menu, and it’s delivering a classic. We’ve got a solid 8ft swell out of the SW, with a proper 11-second period. The combined energy is pumping at 2197 (moderate to strong), and the wind is a clean cross-offshore breeze. The water temp is sitting at 57°, which is about average for this time of year. For the experienced crew, this is the pick of the whole forecast. The wave comment is spot on – excellent conditions. Just be aware, the crowds are likely to be there, so get in early.
Sunday afternoon keeps the quality up. The swell drops to 6ft SW, but the wind goes glassy. That’s a major positive for clean faces. The energy is a more manageable 820 (moderate). This is a very good session for anyone who missed the morning.
Monday the 27th keeps the run going. Morning sees 5ft SW with a cross-offshore breeze, and the afternoon picks up an offshore wind from the NNW. Both sessions are clean, with energy in the 700-800 range (moderate). Solid, consistent surf.
Tuesday the 28th gets a bit more serious. The swell bumps up to 7ft and 8ft, with a longer 13-14 second period. The energy jumps to 2862 and 2136 (strong). The wind stays cross-off, keeping it clean. This is expert territory now, especially with the longer period making it punchy at the beach break. The tide conditions are flagged as questionable, so pick your moment.
Then we hit a rough patch. Wednesday the 29th is a total blowout. The wind goes onshore and strong, with a massive 15ft SW swell. That’s an energy reading of 9447 (very strong). This is a hard pass for paddle surfing – looks more like a kite session if you’re keen. Thursday and Friday the 30th and 31st are messy with cross-onshore winds and lumpy conditions. Not worth the paddle.
Now, for the long-range promise. Saturday, August 1st, looks like a belter. The morning swell is small at 4ft, but it’s a very long-period groundswell at 17 seconds. The afternoon is the real deal: 8ft SW at 17 seconds, with clean cross-offshore wind. The energy is 3016 (strong). This is a standout for the more experienced, but that long period will be best at a point or reef, not the beach. The forecast is promising, but it’s a week out, so keep an eye on it.
Monday, August 3rd, is another good one for the experts. Clean offshore winds and a solid 6ft SW swell. The energy is 1471 (moderate-strong). Good consistency.
The end of the run, from August 6th to 9th, offers some mixed potential. Thursday the 6th has clean conditions and a 7ft SW swell, but again, it’s a week and a half out. The energy around 2413 is strong. Saturday the 8th and Sunday the 9th have some size, but the wind starts to swing onshore or cross-shore, so it’s more of a gamble.
Overall, the best on offer is Sunday morning, July 26th, with Saturday August 1st as the promising long-range highlight. The middle of the week is a write-off, and the final days are a mixed bag.
Rusty out.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon morning, min 10°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Very mild (max 13°C on Fri morning, min 6°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SSW on Wed morning, light winds from the W by Thu night). | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | ||||||||||||||
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 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 12 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
3580 | 2212 | 1235 | 778 | 647 | 629 | 462 | 1285 | 1426 | 2090 | 2903 | 9447 | 7361 | 3139 | 2002 | 1494 | 1009 | 792 | 673 | 678 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 6:27PM1.48m | 8:40AM1.49m | 7:09PM1.39m | 9:56AM1.49m | 8:08PM1.32m | 11:08AM1.54m | 9:31PM1.28m | 12:05PM1.61m | 10:56PM1.29m | 12:48PM1.69m | 00:04AM1.35m | 1:24PM1.76m | 00:59AM1.42m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:28AM0.43m | 2:08PM1.09m | 2:22AM0.48m | 3:36PM1.12m | 3:28AM0.50m | 5:09PM1.09m | 4:35AM0.48m | 6:15PM1.01m | 5:36AM0.45m | 7:01PM0.90m | 6:27AM0.41m | 7:38PM0.78m | ||||||||
— | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | 7:26 | — | — | |
5:28 | — | — | 5:29 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:31 | — | — | 5:32 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 12 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 11 |
Feels °C | 10 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 8 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 14 | — | — | S 15 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 12 |
2358 | 1557 | 935 | 778 | 647 | 629 | 462 | 1285 | 1426 | 2090 | 2903 | — | — | 4 | 2002 | 1494 | 1009 | 792 | 673 | 678 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WSW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 13 | S 15 | SW 12 | NE 5 | S 14 | — | — | — | — | S 7 | SW 24 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 18 |
— | — | 27 | 42 | 42 | 82 | 340 | 5 | 700 | 5 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 24 | 22 | 72 | 239 | 328 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 14 | W 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 13 | S 12 | — | S 19 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 736 | 46 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | — | 7 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | — | — | — | N 3 | NNE 4 | NNW 4 | NW 3 | W 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | S 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
3580 | 2212 | 1235 | — | — | — | 2 | 21 | 13 | 11 | 1009 | 9447 | 7361 | 3139 | 64 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 13 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 353 | 16 | 357 | 289 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 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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