Fairhaven Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright surfers, Rusty here. Let’s get into what’s cooking at Fairhaven. We’ve got a solid 16-day window ahead, but it’s a bit of a slow burner to start, so don’t rush down there today or tomorrow. The water temp is sitting at about 57°, which is bang on average for this time of year, so nothing weird going on there.

The first proper action kicks off on Friday the 31st of July. Morning will see a clean 6ft swell from the southwest, with a nice 12-second period and a light offshore breeze. The energy is moderate (903), and the combo should give you some clean, workable lines. The afternoon turns straight glassy – 6ft, same swell direction, flat calm wind. It’s not pumping, but for a beginner-friendly spot that rarely breaks, this is a real treat. You’ll want to be on it.

The standout period, and the pick of the whole outlook, hits on Saturday the 1st and Sunday the 2nd of August. Saturday morning delivers a clean 6ft southwest swell with a very long 17-second period. That’s real groundswell energy pushing in (1843 combined energy), and with a solid offshore breeze, it’s going to be those long, lined-up walls. The afternoon is even better with 2637 energy, still offshore and clean. This is experienced surfer territory, but the shape and power will be worth the paddle. Sunday keeps that quality going with a bigger 7ft southwest swell Saturday morning (2461 energy) and a brisk offshore wind – a bit punchy, but clean.

Now, a heads-up: Monday the 3rd looks messy with light rain and cross-off winds, so that quality drops off. The swell hangs around 7ft, but the energy feels weaker and the conditions are patchy. You get another window on Tuesday the 4th morning with clean 8ft swell from the southwest, but by the afternoon the wind shifts onshore and rain moves in – that session is a write-off.

Looking further out, the second week is a mixed bag. Thursday the 6th of August has a tidy 5ft southwest swell with a long 16-second period in the morning, clean and light. But watch the afternoon – a 10ft cross-onshore blow-up is going to be choppy and messy. Kite surfers might fancy that.

The big one to keep an eye on, though still a way off, is Tuesday the 11th of August. The models are showing a huge 13ft to 15ft southwest groundswell rolling in with a 16-second period. The energy readings are massive (9498 and 8715). The wind is offshore and even glassy, but I’m telling you now – this is way too big for Fairhaven unless you are a seasoned expert. Those long-period swells at a beach break can turn into closeout mountain ranges. Worth a look for the spectacle, but respect the ocean if the forecast holds.

Don’t sleep on the tail end, either. Thursday the 13th of August morning looks fun with a long-period 3ft southwest groundswell (18 seconds) and clean conditions. And Friday the 14th has a solid 5ft southwest swell with a 16-second period and light offshore winds – definitely the best-looking option in that final week.

Final call: Saturday the 1st is the absolute standout. Sunday the 2nd is a very close second. After that, keep an eye on the 14th for a clean finish.

Stay safe, surf smart.
Rusty.

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